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06/18/09 10:23 PM

"I was referred to a pre diabetic class but it is not offered until Aug Do you think I would be better off seeing someone now and pay out of pocket ?"
Asked By: stormyday  
Category: Prediabetes

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My doctor said no potatoes , rice, bread, or corn and to try and lose weight. I have limited ability to cook and also have Menieres and can not take alot of sodium.I am low income and cost is over 200 dollars, vs ten for class. I am afraid of waiting that long and fear it will not be personal enough . Also I dont know how to lose weight when eating proteins at each meal. Such as PButter,no sugar, nuts , cheese , eggs, High fat and calories.

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06/19/09 11:54 PM

Since you have a limited income, I would wait until August for the class, but spend the next several weeks learning about prediabetes and diabetes prevention. There was a major research study completed in 2002 that showed that you can reduce the chance of progressing from prediabetes to diabetes by 58% by following simple guidelines. The diabetes prevention program showed that by reducing your weight by 7% by eating a healthy diet that is low in fat and calories along with 150 minutes of exercise a week (30 minutes, five times per week) is an effective approach. Although potatoes, rice, bread and corn do have carbohydrates and will raise your blood sugar, there are no studies that show that you need to eliminate these foods from your diet. Eating these foods in moderation is the key. There are many resources on the web that can provide you with hours of reading about diabetes prevention. You will arrive at the class in August with great knowledge ready to ask questions and to work with the educator to develop a personal plan for diabetes prevention.
Answered By: Deborah Greenwood
Accreditations: MEd, CNS, BC-ADM, CDE
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06/19/09 11:54 PM

Since you have a limited income, I would wait until August for the class, but spend the next several weeks learning about prediabetes and diabetes prevention. There was a major research study completed in 2002 that showed that you can reduce the chance of progressing from prediabetes to diabetes by 58% by following simple guidelines. The diabetes prevention program showed that by reducing your weight by 7% by eating a healthy diet that is low in fat and calories along with 150 minutes of exercise a week (30 minutes, five times per week) is an effective approach. Although potatoes, rice, bread and corn do have carbohydrates and will raise your blood sugar, there are no studies that show that you need to eliminate these foods from your diet. Eating these foods in moderation is the key. There are many resources on the web that can provide you with hours of reading about diabetes prevention. You will arrive at the class in August with great knowledge ready to ask questions and to work with the educator to develop a personal plan for diabetes prevention.
Answered By: Deborah Greenwood
Accreditations: MEd, CNS, BC-ADM, CDE
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06/20/09 06:00 PM

All I can tell you is get as active as you can and limit your carbs. Really reduce the refined carbs they really raise bs rapidly. Also watch portion size we dont realize how much we eat. I started using a 9" plate 6 months ago and have lost 35 lbs it helped me tremendously.
Answered By: furball64801
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