Just found out I am diabetic.

https://www.diabetes.ca

Here is the website of the Canadian Diabetes Association. It has a lot of good resources. Bookmark it. I have had Type 2 Diabetes for about ten years and have been on insulin for about three years. Diet and exercise are key. When I saw my endocrinologist in June I had lost so much weight and brought my blood sugar down to such a low level that she reduced the insulin dose. I check my blood sugar twice a day, before breakfast and before dinner. The A1C blood sugar number is more important than the daily number. The A1C test determines your average blood sugar for the past three months. That is the real test of how you are doing.

The one diabetes complication that scares me is blindness. It can happen. I get a diabetic eye exam from an ophthalmologist once a year. So far no sign of any problems, but I will get this exam every year for the rest of my life. If you are diabetic you should get an annual diabetic eye exam. Here is a summary of the causes, symptoms and treatment for diabetic retinopathy.
https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-diabetic-retinopathy

K Douglas said:

I've been feeling unusually fatigued as well the past few months.

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Don't worry. The fatigue is from constantly trying to defend the indefensible, AKA trump,

Speaking for myself, I was diagnosed in 2016 with type 2, and just this Thursday, I had my regular 6 month check up with my doc, and happy to say, the results of my blood work looked so good, she said I only need to get my blood checked once a year, and to see her back in 9 months, not the usual 6! So, living with type 2 really isn`t that hard, just cut out the desserts, sugary drinks, fruit juices, and scale back on carbs, (i.e, rice, pasta, potatoes, lima beans etc,) and you`ll be fine.

babyfinsta said:

best diet to deal with it is a low carb diet. even go ketogenic.

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https://www-m.cnn.com/2018/08/17/he...ath-intl/index.html?r=https://news.google.com
Low-carb and high-carb diets increase risk of early death, study finds - CNN

It is also the type of carbs that one eats. I for one believe in the Canadian Diabetes Association guidelines.

https://www.diabetes.ca/diabetes-and-you/healthy-living-resources/diet-nutrition

shakenbake said:

https://www-m.cnn.com/2018/08/17/he...ath-intl/index.html?r=https://news.google.com
Low-carb and high-carb diets increase risk of early death, study finds - CNN

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Everything in moderation. Fats, carbs, proteins, calories. We need them all but none to excess and none to eliminate.. And none are taboo in and unto them self.

shack said:

Everything in moderation. Fats, carbs, proteins, calories. We need them all but none to excess and none to eliminate.. And none are taboo in and unto them self.

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You got it! And, don't go to extremes.

I have been on Metformin and got itchy and was scratching often. Doctor switched me to Trajenta, and it is the same, perhaps worse. Really gets to you and using creams etc for the itch. Actually a really hot, hot shower helps for a while.
Anyone had similar side effects and found a medication one that eliminated the itching?

You should read some of Dr Fung's work:

https://www.dietdoctor.com/book-change-world-diabetes-code-dr-jason-fung

I went from the 10's to mid 4's by dropping from 325 pounds to 275.
I didn't keto or paleo or vegan or anything like that. I figure I was eating 50% carbs from whole grains and legumes as well as some fruits and veg, fats from nuts and seeds and lean meats and skim milk.

Some people seem to get it even if thin, seems I was reading that even with type 2, it comes in two different forms but I forget the details.

If you are a tubby bitch, go on a strict diet and lose the tubby bitchness.
Aim for 1.2 to 1.6 grams per kg of goal weight for protein depending on activity level [hit the gym, even if you hit the holy 6 for one set [squat, dead, bench, row, shoulder press and pulldowns] and do some cardio. There is no reason to go about 1.6, i've seen discussions about this by people who actually look at all the studies.
Enough fats to get your omega 3 and 6 fats [look it up] perhaps get some almonds or peanuts to bump your monounsats to the level of your polyunsats
Enough carbs for 135 grams for brain function, about half to 3/4 of what you burn in cardio depending on how intense you go and 5 grams per 2 sets. Use net carbs, maybe add a bit more as a buffer. 3 fruits or less, unlimited veg [not potato] focus more on beans lentils and peas [the last two if you fart with beans] and whole grains.

When you are no longer a tubby bitch and got dem abs, add some fat and carbs.

I use cronometer to do the math. 20 years ago I had to input everything from the USDA into a spreed sheet. It also ensures you are getting your vitamin and mineral needs met.

Oh and the keto diet. If you ever get off of it, it could make insulin resistance worse. If you can't lose weight any other way, then do it, hell a dietitian lost some tonnage eating a corner store junk food diet and improved his blood work dramatically, but it isn't the best way.

If you are a type 2 and not a tubby bitch, continue not being a tubby bitch and best of luck. It's a manageable disease and being lean will help with the side effects.

I am back on the diet train having been complacent at 275. I hope to get down to 10% BF any leaner doesn't seem to be good.

Another bit of advice. Have your base diet as above.
Have a short list of transition foods. Foods you don't crave but enjoy. In my case cheese and peanuts. Something to take the edge off if you get the cravings and to deal with the hunger at first. Also have a short list of foods you can resort to if you are out of the house and are starving so you don't resort to big macs, cokes, chocolate bars etc. Again a 60 gram tube of peanuts and some water, maybe a pint of milk [eww] or even chocolate milk if it isn't a craving food for you.
Over time, try to limit the transition foods and avoid hunger emergency until you are eating only the base diet.
Treat problem foods and junk food the way an alcoholic treats booze. Think of a 30 day food sobriety pin that you earn by not eating any foods not on your list, then 60 then 90.
It's a life time thing.

Will you join me. I am 3 weeks in to the second stage of my weight loss journey.

This thread motivated me to get tested again for the first time in over 6 years. My non-fasting index is 6.1 but I'm not sure if it is A1C or mmol/L. Anyway, the doctor said 6.5 is the cut-off. My thyroid is fine.

I also had my eyes tested by an ophthalmologist last year and he said all good and no need to come back for another 2 years.

My diet is terrible. I overeat and grab whatever feels tasty.

Darts said:

This thread motivated me to get tested again for the first time in over 6 years. My non-fasting index is 6.1 but I'm not sure if it is A1C or mmol/L. Anyway, the doctor said 6.5 is the cut-off. My thyroid is fine.

I also had my eyes tested by an ophthalmologist last year and he said all good and no need to come back for another 2 years.

My diet is terrible. I overeat and grab whatever feels tasty.

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6.1 looks like an A1C number and it is a good one. The eye exam is important. Get one in two years like the doctor said. As for diet, I have found that the key to losing weight is portion control. Eat what you like but don't overdo it on quantity.