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Permalink Reply by I know I'm sweet, but COME ON! on March 5, 2010 at 5:18pm

Really?! Okay. That sounds do-able. There have been times I've felt like that over the years when I've been exercising but never thought anything of it. I just thought I was exercising too hard or something. But I guess I was. ;)

Being under hydrated can raise your level as well? Why? I'm not consuming anything so why should it go up?

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Permalink Reply by The Diabetic Welfare Queen on March 5, 2010 at 5:46pm

When you become dehydrated, the amount of liquid in your blood is low in relation to the nutrients and waste products in the blood. Therefore, concentrations of glucose increase... so it's important for us to stay hydrated, and have a hydration plan, when we exercise, or when we are sick, or have a fever, especially with stomach bugs, or the flu.

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Permalink Reply by I know I'm sweet, but COME ON! on March 5, 2010 at 6:15pm

I see a catch-22 happening here. I need to increase the amount of liquids I ingest, which will then increase have often I have to go to the bathroom, but in turn it will help keep my bg level low, correct?

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Permalink Reply by The Diabetic Welfare Queen on March 5, 2010 at 6:38pm

Well, it doesn't mean you have to chug a keg of water every day... hehe :) Just drink to thirst, when your body is asking for it. Particularly, in the middle of exercise, hot days, and yes, when we are sick... these are times when we tend to kind of neglect that we need to drink water, to keep our bodies going well, mainly because we're distracted with other things...

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Permalink Reply by I know I'm sweet, but COME ON! on March 5, 2010 at 7:07pm

Okay, that's easy. I already do that, so maybe I'll try to add an extra bottle in. :)

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Permalink Reply by Marps on March 9, 2010 at 11:33am

Okay type 1 here, chiming in in high intensity workouts. When I work out "too hard" my BG actually RISES. Not sure if Type 2s have this problem too (have seen a few stories where Type 2s do) I limit myself to 400 calories per hour burned. If I burn 500 calories in one hour, my BG skyrockets to the high 200s

So, for the first few weeks, it wouldn't be a bad idea to check every 15 mins during a workout. Just to see how your body reacts to workouts now that you're on meds.

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Permalink Reply by I know I'm sweet, but COME ON! on March 9, 2010 at 12:00pm

Hi Marpa,

I went to the gym yesterday, and worked out for about 20 minutes after my fitness test, and when I got home (5 minutes fromt he gym) I took a reading, and it read 5.7!! That's the lowest I've ever seen or heard from the doctors. So this evening when I go again, I'll check once I get home, but before dinner and see what is says. :)

Keeping my fingers that aren't in pain from the pricks, crossed. :)

Jo

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Permalink Reply by Marps on March 9, 2010 at 1:56pm

Aw Sweet, you'll get used to the finger sticks, I promise. I'm doing 10 times per day (Plus a CGM in my abs) and tho it still hurts from time to time (like when I hit the tip of a fingertip nerve- ouch!) it's just something that NEEDS to be done and you'll do it. You'll grow calluses on the tips of your fingers. Just keep lotioning the tips of your fingers to keep them soft and moist (if you're worried abt the calluses)

Don't worry. We all are in the same boat, paddling up stream!! :)

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Permalink Reply by Chris on March 5, 2010 at 5:20pm

Reading the responses I guess there is really nothing left to say but "YOU ARE NEVER ALONE". If may seem hard at first but I suggest you look at the what I love about Diabetes post to find some really uplifting points. Yes you have it but your life is not over. Try focusing on the good points and do not hesititate to ask question anyone on here would be glad to give you advice. Hang in there.

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Permalink Reply by I know I'm sweet, but COME ON! on March 5, 2010 at 5:25pm

Thanks Chris. Tudiabetes has been my sanity for the past 48 hours. I'm slowly coming out of my fog of being diagnosed and yes I'm still overwhelmed by like you said keep reading the posts and suggestions, and take it 1 meal at a time, never mind 1 day, right. ;)

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Permalink Reply by Danny Weems on March 5, 2010 at 5:40pm

First,, buy a book caled TYpe 2: the first year. I don't remember the authors name. my doc recommended it. It is practical and lots of information about all aspects of T2. Get ready for the rebellion and the diabetic police, but the diet best for you just happens to be the healthiest for your family.

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Permalink Reply by I know I'm sweet, but COME ON! on March 5, 2010 at 6:10pm

What's the rebellion? And who are the diabetic police? Family & friends?

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