I have had neuropathy for a few years now. It is not in my hands and feet. But the rest of my entire body. I have degenerative disk disease from an accident at work. They sent me for an mri they said it is not pushing on any nerves. Maybe not that day but I had just watched a video of how there a all kinds of nerves running through your spine. Iif I do a lot of lifting etc… the kids neuropathy rages out of control. No even my meds will help get it under control. Any one have any idea’s… read more

Why is my sugar high when I get up in the morning

I'd like trends, advice, patterns, notes. Food and exercise logging not essential but would be nice.

I am a type 2 diabetic diagnosed in 2009. My last A1C was 7.1. Of Course, I would like to lower those numbers and I plan to start an excercise regimen in the next few days
However, I also have a bit of a sweet tooth and I have questions that may help me
1. Is it ok to "cheat" by occassionally eating deserts that are lower glycemic. With total carbs under 20 Grams?
2. Can someone recommend a recipe book or website I can use?
3. Am I alone with this? Do other diabetics indulge in these types… read more

I find myself always wanting something sweet. Is that how it is with all diabetics? What do I do in that case?

Do people think there is a connection between stress and depression and diabetes? If so, to what extent do you feel the connections exist? My personal feeling is that the connections between these factors may be underestimated. I feel that 50%, and perhaps somewhat more, of the reason for my diabetes, comes from levels of stress and depression. Do others feel the same way? Thank you.

While both have ultimately the same effect/symptoms:

Memory Loss

Difficulty with problem-solving

Confusion/thinking problems; and,

Problems with language usage

The causes of each are quite different

Alzheimer’s is mostly due to aging and changes in brain chemistry – there is little we can do about getting old

Diabetics are at increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s (38% more likely then Joe/Jane average) however, it is Diabetes Dementia that is more likely to set in

Diabetes Dementia… read more

Hello, Everyone!

Is there anyone out here that take Gabapentin? If so, does it work for you and what dose are you taking. My doctor tried me on the 100mg 3x a day but it didn’t help me at all.

Thanks! 😘🙏🏾

I need advise and help. Was not given any indication by the doctor on how I should proceed and what I need to do now. Was told only to take meds twice a day. No eating plan, what I should avoid or any other information.
Totally stressed out. Have no idea where to now. My blood sugar level at the examination was 12.4 with traces of ketones and blood in urine test. Glucose was 3+ in the urine test
Please help!!
My blood pressure was 150/90