Type 2 diabetes & questions about how to better manage diet

Hi @maurtura,
I noticed that you've been supporting others and getting support in the Diabetes group, but that you also asked about heart issues. Did you know that we have a Heart Health group here on Connect: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/heart-blood-vessel-conditions/

I encourage you to check out all the discussions there, but direct you specifically to this one where you'll connect with others who have a pacemaker:
- Pacemaker recipients. https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/pacemaker-recipients/

Thanks, i looked at discussions and you people are way over my head and using terms i cant even pronounce. Is there a site i can just ask questions and get answers i can understand?

@maurtura Thanks for letting us know that you are having problems with our posts. Please let us know what terms you are referring to - I'm sure that we can explain it better if that is needed:) Teresa

Maurtura,
Those of us who have been to way too many doctor visits and procedures are often guilty of using medical jargon that sounds like a foreign language to new members. If you have specific questions, please ask and we will all try to use the simplest terms in our explanations.

Gary

I too follow wheat belly diet... Really helps!

O.K. what is wheat belly diet? Dorisena

Wheat Belly is a way of eating developed by Dr. Davis a cardiologist. It eliminates all grains and sugars. He has several books out and can be followed on Facebook. My A1C has been under 6 for 4 years with no medication.

@kbart how did you reverse your diabetes

I stuck with the "Wheat Belly" way of eating. No grains and no sugar. My doctor was amazed. Dr, Davis runs a detox program on Facebook to get you started. It is easy for me now.

I didn't start with meds. I didn't give up anything except my hobby of baking for my family. Then I chose foods i like that are good for me. I read the labels and stick to 15 grams, more or less, for a serving. I never looked at another candy bar or potato chips. I eat my birthday cake, one piece and then the family eats the rest. Fortunately I love vegetables and am always trying new recipes. I throw extra veggies into my basic recipes. Onion and garlic are my favorite flavorings. I am eating less beef these days from locally raised beef that is butchered to my directions and I share it with my family. I love fish but want it wild and from safer waters. It is a positive thing, not a sacrifice. Once in a while I think about baking peanut butter or oatmeal cookies. It is a nice memory.
Also, my diabetic son says that carrot cake is a vegetable. But the icing is not. I like my cooking and only cook for me now. That makes it easier. Dorisena