It takes alot of work and patience to get the result that you want. But if you put the work in like trying to change your lifestyle of eating and getting more exercise and keeping track of your BG you can get some good results. When I was first diagnosed my A1C was 9.9 and now it at 6.7. I am a type 2 diabetic. Which I take medication to help with my blood sugars and my weight. But I have also changed my diet drastically because I needed to get healthier for other reasons. Also because I needed to control what I eat. I eat a lot more fruit and veggies now. But making a change in your lifestyle is just a start. Good luck.