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Started this discussion. Last reply by swtbluesky Aug 25, 2012. 20 Replies 0 Likes
Hi Everyone:I'm a new Type 2 diagnosis and feeling really alone/overwhelmed with everything. I hope I can make some connections here.In particular I am dismayed by the fact that so many of the…Continue
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"Neat. Come out swinging.
Actually stated very well and clear. Much good thoughts to consider.
As one who has been thru all that crud and finally getting back under control; I have gotten my weight down, health up, hemorages off the eyes and off…"
Cosumne Jan replied to falcor's discussion 'New Type 2'"Falcor, I have found that the way to beat the docs is to make it your own job to keep your blood sugar as low as possible. Let your meter become your friend to guide you about what and how much you eat. If you make lowering your blood sugar your…"
"Jeff - Excellent advice on all fronts. I never had any great success with endo's I went to but am sure there are good ones out there. Here again one wants to be sympatico with the selected medical help."
Jeff Simms replied to falcor's discussion 'New Type 2'"Exercising is important to care for your diabetes whether you lose weight or not. Plus, it helps with mood. I would encourage you to do cardio at least three times a week to help you burn off carbs and to help with dealing with this newly diagnosed…"
"It may be helpful to suggest genetic issues are involved and probably responsible for some of the medical misfires - liver leakage and liver over release of glucose but one does not want to ignore the fact that the hunter gatherer digestion/gene…"
trenia replied to falcor's discussion 'New Type 2'"thanks again for such clear and logical explanation. I am new in Low Carb diet and learn on tuD, which is great and people are so helpful. I agree with BadMoonT2 that the root of most(all?) people problems are genetic,and problems may come out wit…"
Teo replied to falcor's discussion 'Avoiding old habits/Health at Every Size' in the group Diabetics with Eating Disorders"Dear falcor, in the past I had very strict ideas about what I am allowed and what I am forbidden to eat. This was because I got diabetes as a child and doctors tried to cut clear boundaries between the foods I should choose.As a result I felt very…"
Asha replied to falcor's discussion 'Avoiding old habits/Health at Every Size' in the group Diabetics with Eating Disorders"Falcor
Id love to invite you to visit my website I founded: www.wearediabetes.org take a look at some of the articles posted there as well as the forum. Id highly recommend that you read anything by Geneen Roth who discusses the relationship between…"
Jacq Allan replied to falcor's discussion 'Avoiding old habits/Health at Every Size' in the group Diabetics with Eating Disorders"Hi there, I can relate to this as a former anorexic, it is just so difficult to keep eating, it always feel totally counterintuitive to me to eat but actually what I have found is that now I'm not a kid anymore, if I start restricting my food…"
Ann replied to falcor's discussion 'New Type 2'"I'm sorry that you've had such poor treatment, Falcor. I just want to chime in with the others and say that, if your first priority is getting your blood glucose (BG) numbers under control, the rest will happen pretty naturally.
The…"
"Welcome to tudiabetes and good luck.
Thank you for sharing your situation and the overwhelming aspects of it all.
I am now 64 - 30 years of this monster, still alive and had to face some nasty issues.
Fisrt off the blame crowd who fault you, your…"
"Hi Falcor: Welcome to TuDiabetes, I hope you find the community and support here that helps you. Wow, that GP is rude and mean! I am very sorry you had to hear such stupidity. I think the advice you have been given here by TuD members is excellent:…"
BadMoonT2 replied to falcor's discussion 'New Type 2'"The media has been full lately of articles claiming T2's have brought their problems upon themselves. As others have commented in this post the truth is much more complicated than that. In the end its a chicken or the egg situation. I myself…"
"hi falcor, welcome to the site sorry about the diagnosis but you're not alone. Have the docs taken blood for an A1C test yet? there are a lot of treatments available and you should work w/ your team to figure what works for you. diet and…"
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- December 22, 2011
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- At 7:14pm on January 16, 2012,
lotsofshots said… Welcome to TuDiabetes, we are so happy that you found us!
- At 5:53pm on January 16, 2012,
Linda G said… 
Welcome home falcor...fellow Canadian! Isn't that the dog from "A Never Ending Story"? Seems to be an appropriate definition of diabetes!!!
Dec. 22nd's diagnosis is like yesterday....how's it all going. I've noticed that quite a few here were dx right around Christmas tine! Hmmm!!!
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends ♥
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups".
Once in, you can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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- At 5:32pm on January 16, 2012,
Donna H said… Welcome to TuDiabetes! Check out some of the groups -- it's a great way to get to know the community.
- At 1:19pm on January 16, 2012,
Marie B said… hi Falcor, welcome! you found the right community, we have a no blame, no shame atmosphere here (in general).
- At 10:38am on January 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.
- At 5:22am on January 16, 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!!!
- At 1:50am on January 16, 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.
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