Trouble with everyday realities of diabetes

@enska Hi Elizabeth, and let me extend a late welcome to Connect. You have gotten some great responses, and I am glad you seem receptive to suggestions and that the program at Mayo helped you.
I was diagnosed with diabetes about 9 or 10 years ago also. It can be difficult and discouraging, I know. There are times I "cheat" and afterward, I do regret it. I knew a woman who was totally non-compliant and she ran into many, many problems because of that so I try to remember what can happen if I am not compliant.
My blood sugar is pretty well controlled with no medication. I suspect that is because I do exercise a lot. If you are not getting out and exercising, may I suggest you do that? Either at a health club or a local Y, or even daily walks. The benefits are more than two-fold. For you, my immediate thoughts are that it does help to alleviate depression, and of course is helpful with blood sugar. There are so many more benefits though, mental and physical. Frankly, I do not enjoy going to my club and exercising but I push myself and do it. Afterward, I am always glad that I did.
This is a very caring community, despite it being a "virtual" community, so I hope you will let us know how you are doing and if things are going any better for you. Your depression really does complicate things, and as I said, I think exercise will help with that.
JK

Perhaps if you only think of having to deal with this for today. If I give a thought to having to do this forever, I would be depressed too. It is easier for me if I only have to deal with this for one 24 hour period. Guard your thoughts, we can all slip into negative thoughts at one time or another, when you notice it--intentionally go the other way; and think of all the positives in your life. Everyone has something to be thankful for! Medically, I am a mess--type 2 for 6 years now, high blood pressure, anxiety attacks, etc. etc., but that doesn't stop me from being thankful for the life God gave me!!! Best of luck, my friend!!!!!

I have also been a type II diabetic for at least 18 years. My sugars are still uncontrolled and sometimes I am like you and get tired of trying and eat the wrong foods. Sometimes you have to have something good. I have found a program on the internet called my diabetes home. It lets you enter your blood sugars, doctors, meds, and doctor visits. I have found it very forthcoming as it also tells you your A1 c by your readings. It lets you know when you are having the most problems and I am hoping that it will encourage me to do better in taking care of my diabetes. I have neuropathy in my hands, feet and arms and it is very painful. It has also led to NASH and then to cirrhosis of the liver. So, if I can encourage you in any way to try to control your diabetes then I would be very happy. Please go to: http://www.mydiabeteshome.com and give it a try. Good luck in the future with your diabetes. Molly B 1968

@mollyb1968 Thanks so much for that link. I registered a few minutes ago and I think it's going to be quite helpful.

@enska great insight and advice from @chocolate5lover. I think this advice can be used by many of us, including me.
JK

@mollyb1968 thanks for the link, I think I will take a look at it.
JK

I found a program called Wheat Belly. It is a grain free eating program. I found I could not limit myself. Wheat Belly completely eliminates bad carbs. I am no longer medicated and have no diabetes complications. Best of all I have no temptation. I think this road is easier than the slow road to death.

@kbart That sounds interesting. I'll check it out.

What is wheat belly program to control Diabetes. Can I have full details of the program.

@kbart I went to Wheat Belly website and found it quite interesting. However, much of what they recommend may not be suitable for my renal diet. With native American heritage I've always avoided or limited wheat products anyway and as a vegan, I wouldn't be eating meat and fish. But I'm so very glad it has worked for you. WTG!