Q: diabetics? can i ask what your weekly diet is, and what medication you're on?

[abc]

Thanks, cuz I currently don't know much about it buy heard today my pop got diagnosed with it.

The doc gave him GLUCOVANCE (by Bristol Myers - glyburide and metformin HCI tablets)


much appreciated.

 

[Jfur]

For non-insulin dependent diabetics, exercise and (usually) weight loss are *very* important. As far as diet, there is a "diabetic diet" but be sure your Dad sees a nutritionist to discuss alternatives. Basically, a low fat diet rich in coplex carbohydrates is recommended. That means most sugars are to be avoided, and many starches can raise glucose levels, too. Make sure he gets good "training" and take as much part in it as you can. Also, because diabetes has a hereditary component, make sure that you each healthy and stay trim, too, to greatly reduce your risk of onset.

 

[abc]

jfur, why would losing weight help.

and by this u mean getting into proper weight for your height/age if you are not, or one needs to get underweight to combat diabetes.

and what does excercise do, or are you suggesting this as in getting weight off.

thanks.

 

[incallisto]

I recommend reading Dr. Andrew Weil's books and website.

Another excellent resource for expert nutritional products and advice is that of Dr. Reginald Cherry's site.

 

[Jfur]

with the type of diabetes that your dad has, he still produces insulin -- but either not enough for his body or his body is not using it as effeciently. Approx 90% of this type of diabetic is overweight, and this is often a major contributing factor to the onset of the disease. Losing weight -- however it is done -- is helpful for these reasons. However, exercise is essential because it not only can help to reduce weight, it also makes the insulin that he does produce more effective. Also, many of the complications that accompany diabetes affect the heart, nerves, circulation, etc -- all things that can also benefit from exercise and good diet. In some cases, people who take their diet and exercise seriously can go off medication entirely (but only if it is something that the doctor advises and they are carefully monitored).


edit: as far as weight, as long as he is not much over the standard weights (which can vary so ask the doctor) that is good. He does not need to be underweight.

 

[Entity]

Insulin-dependent diabetic here.

My weekly diet is normal for a health nut (lots of grilled chicken, salad, turkey sandwiches, and coffee - ok, that's not so normal).

For your dad, he really should consult a dietician and lower his fat take, most likely; increasing exercise is also a must (start with walking, if he isn't big on exercise). Most of the time, type-2 diabetes (what your dad has) is controllable by diet and exercise alone.

Rob