I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 1997 and have since been taking a number of medications to control my blood sugar.
The first 2 days of the diet were tough but I followed it strictly for 2 weeks. I found myself looking for carbs. I was used to grabbing foods off my children’s plates. Valerie helped me to be more aware of what I was reaching for and why. Then my body got used to it and I got used to it, and the cravings diminished.
The biggest change for me was breakfast. I had been eating oatmeal, but I switched to eggs. I also learned to have a low-carbohydrate snack either just before or during my children’s snack times, so I would not be tempted to nibble on whatever they were having.
It’s a healthy way of eating. I am eating real foods rather than processed foods. I am eating fruit, vegetables, and protein foods – all foods that are good for you. Occasionally, I’ll indulge in 70% chocolate. When I eat starch, like pasta or brown rice, I eat only one serving so that my blood sugar remains in control. Once in a blue moon I might have a sugar-free ice cream, but that’s it. I might have a bite of a higher carbohydrate food from time to time, but I don’t eat a whole serving. These small treats are what make the plan livable.
I had unbelievable results. In just 6 weeks I not only lost 6 pounds, but my blood glucose normalized. My blood glucose dropped from 92 to 89, and my HbA1c was 5.8%! I was able to stop taking all of my medicines. I’m technically not diabetic anymore. I feel good, really good, and I’m so happy to not be taking prescriptions.
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