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What kind of diet does one consume when they have type two diabetes?

February 4th, 2010 · 4 Comments

What is good to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner? What kinds of fruits, vegetables, cereals, etc. do I eat with type two diabetes?

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Has anyone had gestational diabetes and went on to have a healthy baby?

January 20th, 2010 · 3 Comments

Im 30 weeks on complete bedrest and just found out I have diabetes. I just saw a nutritionist and im doing the diet, portion control but my sugar is still pretty high. Im scared something might happen to the baby. Ive heard its common, but if anyone has gone through this let me know [...]

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my husband was just diagnosed with diabetes II, he is in complete denial. How do I get him with the program?

October 20th, 2009 · 5 Comments

He is supposed to control his diet but he still eating the same old crap and is also a big meal skipper. Rather than knowing he is predisposed to diabetes because of his familiy history and being african american, he assumes its just something he can’t prevent.

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Do you always have to take insulin to control gestational diabetes, or can you be prescribed a pill instead?

October 15th, 2009 · 3 Comments

I have gestational diabetes that can no longer be controlled through diet. I can not stand needles and am wondering if there is any chance of being prescribed a pill as opposed to insulin shots?
Yes, there are pills on the market used to control blood sugar instead of insulin, I am wondering if anyone was [...]

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Will Military Tri-Care pay for Liposuction for Active Duty to prevent Hereditary Diabetes?

August 11th, 2009 · 1 Comment

I am 36, Dad Died in May from Diabetes Complications, Mom is Insulin Controlled Diabetes, Brother Diabetes as well. I keep gaining weight around only my stomach, and this Lipo is for medical reasons, not laziness. I PT 7 Days a week with plenty of cardio and decent diet. Don’t know if we can or [...]

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Partner has been diagnosed with diabetes 2 can anyone share ideas with me how to keep it from getting worse?

August 10th, 2009 · 10 Comments

my partner has recently been diagnosed with diabetes 2 and has to take tablets to keep it under control. Can anyone give us some advice as to how we can keep it under control and maybe make it better. We are trying to change our diet and take more exercise. Any tips as to what [...]

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Partner has been diagnosed with diabetes 2 can anyone share ideas with me how to keep it from getting worse?

August 10th, 2009 · 10 Comments

my partner has recently been diagnosed with diabetes 2 and has to take tablets to keep it under control. Can anyone give us some advice as to how we can keep it under control and maybe make it better. We are trying to change our diet and take more exercise. Any tips as to what [...]

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Is there a difference in dietary requirements between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes sufferers?

July 3rd, 2009 · 7 Comments

There seem to be cookbooks that are specific to Type 2 diabetes. Does this mean there’s a difference in the kind of diet that Type 1 and Type 2 sufferers need to follow?

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What are foods to try and avoid to prevent diabetes?

April 11th, 2009 · 7 Comments

Type 2 diabetes runs in my family, both my grandma and my dad have it. My diet isn't the best in the first place, but I want to do my best to try and avoid getting diabetes in the future.

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is it possible to have diabetes but not have high blood sugar?

March 18th, 2009 · 1 Comment

i am having some signs of diabetes (frequent urination, tiredness when eating sugars). but i got my blood sugar tested a few months ago and it was okay. is it possible for me to have diabetes without high blood sugar.
also, do you think i need to take meds in my current condition, or are diet [...]

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