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Judith commented on GammyNan's blog post 'Frustration!!'"Hey, my friend---It's your neighbor Judith in Portland. I'm so glad you posted here. I know you are getting good input from these folks. Bernstein can be very helpful, even when you don't want to go as far as he does. Popcorn at…"
Stemwinder commented on GammyNan's blog post 'Frustration!!'"I think Acidrock has a point about the popcorn. It has a lot of carbs. I have found that carbs cause me to gain weight as much or more that fat does. I still love my popcorn as a metter of fact I ate some last night but now it's an occasional…"
acidrock23 commented on GammyNan's blog post 'Frustration!!'"If the nighttime BG is dropping, maybe adjust the timing of basal insulin to back off on it a bit and work to avoid the popcorn? I'm a huge nighttime snack addict too, and I know that it's hard. One of my buddies has lost about 90-100 lbs…"
"Thanks for the support. Meds are too numerous to list. Hmmmmm, maybe I should condsider owning the pharmacy I use??? Add that to the owning the hospital and I should be rich. LOL I do appreciate the support and I will figure out how to put the smile…"
"I understand your frustration unfortunately I can't give you any advice cause I don't know much about the meds you take but I just wanted you to know that I totally understand the weight struggles. It seems when my sugars are perfect I…"
"I've struggled with my weight all my life. No support or encouragement growing up and then several unusual medical problems as an adult. Weight loss is a MUST but I can't even drop a "true" pound no matter what I do. I can't…"
Stemwinder commented on GammyNan's blog post 'Frustration!!'"I know what you mean about frustrating. It is hard when you work so hard to lose only to gain back in a short time. But if you keep at it you will find the loss is greater than the gain and soon your on your way to your goal. I somehow managed to…"
Frustration!!
I'm so frustrated right now. I've worked hard to get my sugars under control. In 3 months my A1C went from 7.9 to 5.8 so I know I'm on the right track. But my weight!!!! I just wonder if it is worth not eating whatever whenever I want. I can easily gain 10 pounds over night and then it takes almost 2 weeks to get back to where I was; but, NOT lower. I eat 1/2 cup oatmeal mixed with a a little over 1/2 cup water cooked in the microwave for 1 minute 30 seconds. When done I had a little sugar free…See More
Doris D left a comment for GammyNan"WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our…"
"Thank you all for the warm welcome. I'm not used to posting so be patient with me."
Judith left a comment for GammyNan"Delighted to greet another Portlander! Welcome. As you check out our diverse groups, be sure to join the NW Group we post there about local meetups---we've had 4 or 5 so far---from a potluck picnic to small gatherings at neighborhood bistros…"
brokenpole left a comment for GammyNan"Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for…"
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Frustration!!
Posted on December 28, 2012 at 7:32pm 9 Comments 0 Likes
I'm so frustrated right now. I've worked hard to get my sugars under control. In 3 months my A1C went from 7.9 to 5.8 so I know I'm on the right track. But my weight!!!! I just wonder if it is worth not eating whatever whenever I want. I can easily gain 10 pounds over night and then it takes almost 2 weeks to get back to where I was; but, NOT lower. I eat 1/2 cup oatmeal mixed with a a little over 1/2 cup water cooked in the microwave for 1 minute 30 seconds. When done I had a little sugar…
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- At 5:28am on June 16, 2012, Doris D said…
WELCOME TO OUR LOVING, CARING, AND UNDERSTANDING FAMILY MY FRIEND!!! Great to have you here with us!!!!Please feel free to check out our Forum, Blogs and Groups here!!! If u have any questions please feel free to ask any of us or put it on our forum. To answer any of us back just hit the "comment back "bar under our comments and you will go to our page where you can leave a comment to us and also read abit about us.
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- At 7:57pm on June 15, 2012, Judith said…
Delighted to greet another Portlander! Welcome. As you check out our diverse groups, be sure to join the NW Group we post there about local meetups---we've had 4 or 5 so far---from a potluck picnic to small gatherings at neighborhood bistros around town. And occasionally at the Expos....I'm wishing you and yours all the best!....Judith in Portland
- At 7:02am on June 15, 2012, brokenpole said…
Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
- At 3:00am on June 15, 2012,
SEAGATOR said… Welcome to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
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