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12/19/11 05:32 AM

"How can I gain weight and control BS?"
Asked By: lisaradford  
Category: Weight Issues

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I had a Steroid injection and my sugar has been running around 250 to 410 for almost a week. I havespoken with my DR. and she is not concerened. I have lost a total of 62 lbs, and in the last week I have lost 6 lbs from the injection. I weigh about 99 lbs and am 5'4". I am starting to get scared, I really need to put on some weight... I take 1.8 Victoza and 1000 mg metformin daily. My doc has added 6 mgs of Glimepride. What foods can I eat that will not raise my sugar but can help with weight gain?

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12/19/11 01:45 PM

Hello,

Thanks for asking dLife.

Gaining weight can be challenging. Gradually increase your calorie intake should help with weight gain. Consider calorie-rich foods that are low in carbohydrates: lean proteins and healthful fats. These foods include meats, poutlry, fish, nuts, and seeds.

I recommend that you talk with a registered dietitian about establishing a personal meal and exercise plan to help control your blood glucose (sugar) levels. He or she can also tell you how best to incorporate healthful calorie-rich foods into your meal plan without increasing your blood glucose levels.

In the meantime, read up on carbohydrate counting!

Take care.

Answered By: Liz Quintana
Accreditations: EdD, RD, LD, CDE
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