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Members discussed how important diet is after a new diabetes diagnosis, with the shared takeaway being that there is no single perfect diet... Read more

Members discussed how important diet is after a new diabetes diagnosis, with the shared takeaway being that there is no single perfect diet and that each person needs to find what works for their own body. Several members offered practical tips, including keeping a food journal to track blood sugar spikes, working with a dietitian to set carb limits, and exploring affordable glucose monitoring options like Auvon or store-brand meters for more frequent testing. A recurring theme was encouragement and hope, with one member sharing how healthier eating habits helped them lose weight and reach remission from Type 2 diabetes by age 80.