Simple Changes Can Yield Big Results

One of my favorite things about being a clinician is that I get to experience and share in the successes of my patients. I feel fortunate that I am able to learn from them each day and that I can share my knowledge and their wisdom with all of the people who deal with Type 2 diabetes on a daily basis. Let's be honest - diabetes is not an easy thing to live with. One of the major struggles posed on those with diabetes is weight loss. I was reminded yesterday that even the most simple changes can yield big results that motivate us to make life altering changes. My patient was a 73-year-old man who had been struggling with Type 2 diabetes for over twenty years. He had denied his diabetes for too long and suffered some serious complications including, renal disease, toe amputations, etc. But, he didn't let it get the best of them. One day he decided he would control his diabetes and not let it control him. His first order of business was to lose weight. After years of fad dieting and quick fixes, he embraced that hard truth that sustainable weight loss would take work and time. But, in the end it would be worth every second as he was going to invest in himself. He started off by eliminating sweetened beverages, cutting back on his portions of carbohydrates, and swimming 10 minutes a day. In just six months this man was able to reduce his HgbA1c significantly, lose twenty pounds and reduce his insulin needs. His blood sugars are now in the target range for his age and he feels ...
Source: About Diabetes - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news