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hearttash posted an update in the group
Diabesity / Diabetes 2 months, 2 weeks agoI have Type 2 diabetes and finally went to an endocrinologist. She felt that I’d been diagnosed so young (32) that it was possible I actually have Type 1. The labs got back today, and next to the results for Glutamic Acid Decarb Antibody, she wrote, “you do have type 1 diabetes–will start mealtime insulin next visit.” I’m totally confused.…[Read more]
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hearttash posted an update in the group
Diabesity / Diabetes 9 months, 2 weeks agoFor those of you who feel you have an unhealthy relationship with food, I’m reading an incredible book called Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat, with Diabetes. By Michelle May, MD. Check it out.
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 9 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: Carla posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes Good Morning, I started reading the blood sugar solution last week. I am very excited. I scored advanced on my quiz which was no surprise. I have struggeled […] ViewHi Carla, awesome that you’re ready for this. I did the advanced plan for 3 months. Now I’m starting with carbs again but it’s been really hard, and proof again that I, like you, have a mostly unhealthy relationship with food.The Blood Sugar Solution was really a jumping off point for me to address my type 2 diabetes. I was able to go off my…[Read more]
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hi Heartlash I appreciate hearing how you are doing after 3 months when you are starting to reintroduce carbs back into your life. I am assuming you are at your goal weight now. I plan on being off the roller coaster. No more yo yoking but we shall see how that goes. Right now I am totally focused so have not waivered off plan. Though I do get…[Read more]
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hearttash posted an update in the group
Diabesity / Diabetes 9 months, 3 weeks agoIs anyone here under 40? I started with a dietitian last week who specializes in diabetes. She said, “You’re awfully young to have diabetes.” I was like, um yeah, I’ve heard that one, thanks. Could she have really been that surprised? I mean there’s gotta be others like me… I know age doesn’t matter in how we are all supporting each other…[Read more]
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hearttash posted an update in the group
Diabesity / Diabetes 9 months, 3 weeks agoJust got my A1c results after 3 months of the BSS– 7.1! When I started it was 12! I would say that’s a pretty big accomplishment. I haven’t begun an exercise routine yet, because whenever I work out my chronic hives get way worse. So if I start with mild walks, the hives should be fine and I can hopefully get off the rest of the medication…[Read more]
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Congratulation. What a dramatic difference on your A1C. Start with 5 minute or 10 minute walk and ad a little more time as you feel better. three months with your new lifestyle that’s really something to be proud about too. I’m at day 7 of week 4 today.
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hearttash posted an update in the group
Diabesity / Diabetes 11 months, 1 week agoFriday June 29th I’ll have completed 9 weeks of the Blood Sugar Solution. Then on July 3rd I get my bloodwork done for the first time since I began. Based on my glucose readings these days (90-120), I’m not expecting my A1c to read at a non-diabetic level. They are not totally down to what they should be but they are very close. I want to have a…[Read more]
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Congratulations on your results thus far. I know you’ll succeed in reaching your weight and medical goals by following the BSS, because you “want to do this more than I’ve wanted anything else”. That’s what it takes! I said the same thing to myself when initially starting the BSS Advanced Plan in Oct. ’11 as a beta tester. I’ve been on the…[Read more]
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YOU GO GRRL! Wonderful news and a great attitude! We CAN do this! YAY! – Cathy Week 15 Day 3
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 1 week ago
In reply to: JANINE posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition Cruising through the net to find smoothie recipes, I found ”green” smoothies made with spinach or kale. Honest opinion about the taste of these smoothies from […] ViewDo you need a juicer or will a blender work?
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I just bought a Ninja blender and it works GREAT for smoothies. Was surprised that for $99.00 I could blend a couple cups of spinach, several frozen strawberries, flax oil, kiwi, and a touch of coconut milk to a smooth finish!
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Sounds like it might be stronger than my Magic Bullet.
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 1 week ago
In reply to: Brenda Ross posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition I read in a Gluten and Sugar free recipe book my daughter loaned me, that Agave nectar has a lot lower glycemic index than honey. I’ve been using it in […] ViewIt has a lower glycemic index but is very high in fructose content: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/dr-mercola/agave-this-sweetener-is-f_b_537936.html
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 1 week ago
In reply to: Lindsay Calhoun posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition http://mashable.com/2012/06/15/scotland-food-blogger/ ViewRead this last night. LOVE it.
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 1 week ago
In reply to: SusieB posted an update in the group Weight & Obesity I completed my six weeks yesterday! I lost another 2 pds this week and my total for the 6 wks (I didn’t do any prep weeks) is 9 pds! I have lost several inches […] ViewLet us know how the results turn out! Good job! tasha
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I will – thank you!
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 1 week ago
In reply to: hearttash posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes I’m on my seventh week. I sort of feel myself slipping, getting some cravings, trying to rationalize a potential bad food choice. I’m also struggling […] ViewThanks you guys.
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 1 week ago
In reply to: hearttash posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes I’m on my seventh week. I sort of feel myself slipping, getting some cravings, trying to rationalize a potential bad food choice. I’m also struggling […] ViewI think Dr. Hyman should sponsor a retreat for us.
I’'d be interested in the Skype idea, also not sure I’d want to organize it though. I believe you have to pay for Group Skype video. On Google+ there is a group video option, I think, but anyone who wanted to participate would have to get a Google+ acct. -
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well re: the retreat – wut a riot – the retreat wold squish the idea of giving into cravings with staff patrolling the kitchen with whips and billyclubs For a real card-carrying sugar and icecream/pies/cake/ etc history laden with diet coke I have no cravings to speak of – well I do get them – and am finding I can deal with them with a…[Read more]
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: hearttash posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes I’m on my seventh week. I sort of feel myself slipping, getting some cravings, trying to rationalize a potential bad food choice. I’m also struggling […] ViewIt’s nice to hear that others relate to my own experience of this journey. I do tend to be hard on myself, so acknowledging this is a process and that change happens in increments is important. Thanks Barb.
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Hi – I cant add much here as Quentin and janine both were so spot on with their replies. Cravings can be really tough – and giving in starts that slippery slope – but one does need to forgive one’s self – it would be a real shame if after this long and succeeding you slid all the way to the bottom of the slope. Donot forget Dr. Hyman’s words…[Read more]
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: hearttash posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes I’m on my seventh week. I sort of feel myself slipping, getting some cravings, trying to rationalize a potential bad food choice. I’m also struggling […] ViewYes, I agree that exercise will be key here. It’s inspiring to hear how it works well for you. Thank you for the perspective, Janine, I needed it!
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: hearttash posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes I’m on my seventh week. I sort of feel myself slipping, getting some cravings, trying to rationalize a potential bad food choice. I’m also struggling […] ViewThank you!
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hearttash posted an update in the group
Diabesity / Diabetes 11 months, 2 weeks agoI’m on my seventh week. I sort of feel myself slipping, getting some cravings, trying to rationalize a potential bad food choice. I’m also struggling with exercise…just not feeling motivated to do it. I want to reverse my type 2 diabetes. That’s why I’m doing this. It could be the instant gratification thing…”you mean I have to exercise…[Read more]
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Hi, Tasha,
First of all, congratulations on the weight loss and for sticking with it for 7 weeks. That is a huge accomplishment. Seems to me maybe you are just getting bored with the same old foods? Try not to let your food choices become boring by trying new things all the time. It really helps. The best thing I did for myself was to…[Read more]-
Yes, I agree that exercise will be key here. It’s inspiring to hear how it works well for you. Thank you for the perspective, Janine, I needed it!
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Hi tasha – I guess I’m right there with you. You’ve really done a good job getting to where you are. I think the secret is to stay on track but change the routine enough so that you find new ways to enjoy the healthy things we’ve learned. I know myself well enough to know I have to find the right combination of foods and exercise so that I…[Read more]
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It’s nice to hear that others relate to my own experience of this journey. I do tend to be hard on myself, so acknowledging this is a process and that change happens in increments is important. Thanks Barb.
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Hi – I cant add much here as Quentin and janine both were so spot on with their replies. Cravings can be really tough – and giving in starts that slippery slope – but one does need to forgive one’s self – it would be a real shame if after this long and succeeding you slid all the way to the bottom of the slope. Donot forget Dr. Hyman’s words…[Read more]
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Thank you!
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That is why this forum is so great for giving each other support. It is good to hear that others are struggling with cravings and urges to ”cheat”. I wish that I could find a live support group in the Seattle area because I think it is soooo important to have that suport. I thank all of you for your support on this journey. Keep it up Tasha!!!
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Nancy – I wonder ho0w many would be interested in ocasional conference chat sessions using say Skype? of course an immediate prob is the time dfference coast to coast….. I have been toying with the idea of posting it to BSS staff – – wonder how many out there would partake – not clear that I want to organize it at this point – but it is…[Read more]
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I think Dr. Hyman should sponsor a retreat for us.
I’'d be interested in the Skype idea, also not sure I’d want to organize it though. I believe you have to pay for Group Skype video. On Google+ there is a group video option, I think, but anyone who wanted to participate would have to get a Google+ acct. -
Hi T:
well re: the retreat – wut a riot – the retreat wold squish the idea of giving into cravings with staff patrolling the kitchen with whips and billyclubs For a real card-carrying sugar and icecream/pies/cake/ etc history laden with diet coke I have no cravings to speak of – well I do get them – and am finding I can deal with them with a…[Read more]
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Thanks you guys.
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: Leslie posted an update in the group Diet & Nutrition Two questions: First: What kind of protein powder do you recommend for smoothies? My grocery store had whey protein and whey protein isolate? aren’t they both […] ViewI use Nutribiotic – Vegan Rice Protein Powder Plain. I find that the whey is too heavy and dairy-ish. I like this protein powder a lot, it has 2 carbs per serving and 12g of protein. It tastes fine–I heard the vanilla one is good (no added sweeteners). I got it at Whole Foods. For a dressing I just use balsamic vinegar and olive oil with salt and…[Read more]
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 2 weeks ago
In reply to: Cathy Ralph posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes Beginning Week 13 today! Weighed-in and have lost another 3 pounds for a total of 36! Finished my 3rd week off all diabetes medications. TGIF Everybody! View
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: hearttash posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes This weekend I blogged about how free I feel. Almost six weeks down of the advanced plan. Who knows how much longer I’ll just keep on going! I feel so […] ViewLike Janine mentioned, the changes come out in varying ways. Don’t get hung up on the scale! I keep reminding myself that this is not a weight loss plan, it is a diabetes reversal plan. Weight loss is ONE of the great outcomes. Keep it up! -tasha
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hearttash posted a new activity comment 11 months, 3 weeks ago
In reply to: hearttash posted an update in the group Diabesity / Diabetes This weekend I blogged about how free I feel. Almost six weeks down of the advanced plan. Who knows how much longer I’ll just keep on going! I feel so […] ViewThanks all. This forum has kept me encouraged and motivated…I imagine I’ll need it even more when I’m trying to maintain a plan that works for me…
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Hi Heartash – Sorry to hear your news. I was diagnosed with type 1 after being very ill and was put on insulin – mealtime and 2x a day long lasting novolin several years ago. Since then they have changed the diagnosis to type 2 because I started producing insulin again. No enough to make it through the day but enough for them to change the…[Read more]
Just saying Hi! I remember you! You were one of the first people I commented on when I first began this program 10 and 1/2 months ago. Good to see you again! Hope all is well, with the exception of just finding out that you are now diagnosed with Type I diabetes. I lost 30 pounds and improved all my numbers. Loving this answer to my hopes and prayers. Lisa