Hey! So, I’ve been talking a lot about Type 2 diabetes stuff recently, but that’s because it’s a big part of my life right now. This isn’t going to be a full-on blog post, but more of a little rant about what is going on inside my head. I’m calling it “Diabetic Diaries.” I’m on this journey, and let me tell you, it’s full of ups and downs. I’m dealing with all sorts of changes, facing challenges left and right, and oh boy, those cravings are no joke! That’s why I’m kicking off this new series.
I am trying to embrace the quest for better health, but sometimes I don’t want to. Living with Type 2 diabetes isn’t a walk in the park, let me tell you. It’s like being on a rollercoaster ride, with twists and turns you never saw coming. Every day brings something new, whether it’s adjusting to medications, dealing with blood sugar fluctuations, or trying to resist those tempting treats. So, I figured, why not share these experiences? Maybe someone out there can relate, or even learn a thing or two from what I’m going through.
So, welcome to my Diabetic Diaries! Consider this your backstage pass into the rollercoaster of my life with Type 2 diabetes. I’ll be sharing the highs, the lows, and everything in between. It’s not always easy, but hey, we’re in this together, right? So buckle up, because it’s going to be a wild ride!
Welcome to the first of many installments of “Type 2 Diabetic Diaries”. What’s going on in the old noggin now? I am Embracing Growth Along the Journey, even though sometimes I don’t fcking want to. My goal this week is to meal plan, meal prep, and take the guessing out of every meal I eat I am just overwhelmed, frustrated, and pissed off my body fucking hates me.
Imagine having to completely overhaul your lifestyle. Start from scratch and learn how to eat like a healthy, well-balanced person. That’s the reality I’m facing as I strive to put my diabetes into remission while also tackling high cholesterol. It’s tough, it’s confusing, and it’s a whole new world of food exploration. I have made some great swaps to things I would normally eat or drink, but now I need to learn how to make healthy, balanced meals.
I used to glance at food without a second thought, but now every morsel demands my attention. Can I eat that? How do I make my favorite recipes healthier to fit this new lifestyle? I read food labels to ensure it is low in sugar, protein, and fiber. I am eager to try new recipes, but also scared to waste money on food I won’t like. It’s a constant dance with food labels, scanning for low-sugar, high-protein, and fiber-rich options.
And let’s talk about cravings. I find myself wanting food I have never craved in my life. Suddenly, I’m yearning for dishes I’ve never even considered before. Potstickers? Chicken wings? Bring ’em on! I have a fear I am going to choke on a bone. I have had that fear my whole life, but I crave it for some reason. It’s a battle between desire and caution.
Food has become the focal point of my life. Some days, I feel like a champ, nailing this lifestyle shift. Other days, I’m utterly lost, wondering if I’ll ever get the hang of it.
Type 2 Diabetic Diaries
I’m part of diabetic groups online, which offer support, but sometimes it feels like they’re stuck on a loop of adult Lunchables. Don’t get me wrong, I would absolutely destroy an adult Lunchable. However, I want meals bursting with flavors that fill me up. I don’t want to spend my days grazing.
What did I just do while finishing this entry?? Made myself a grazing bowl… LOL
I always said I never wanted to do math when it comes to food, well that little statement came full circle to bite me in my ass Here I am having to do just that.
The toughest part of this journey? I was diagnosed as a type 2 diabetic and felt like I was thrown into the deep end without proper guidance. I was given a laundry list of foods to avoid, what foods to eat, and how many times a week you can have them, THAT IS HONESTLY SO MUCH TO THINK ABOUT. I’m not a chef who can whip up a masterpiece by pulling things out of my ass and slapping it on a plate. I am not an ingredient person. I am a recipe person. I do not have the brain capacity to look at a pantry full of ingredients and throw a meal together. That’s my husband’s forte. But he is not diabetic, I am.
I knew I needed to change how I was eating. I felt a little frustrated, though, because I wasn’t given specific advice on how to do that. That is why I have to share my highs and lows in this new diabetic diaries series.
The internet? Don’t even get me started. It’s a maze of conflicting advice, leaving me more puzzled than enlightened. Blood sugar readings? Nutrition labels? It’s like trying to decipher a foreign language. I felt like I couldn’t find the resources that I needed. I was just told to check my blood sugar after each meal, but I wasn’t even told what it should be under, what was considered within range, what was considered high, and how to lower my blood sugar in the morning. What all the numbers mean, how to read a nutrition label to better understand the foods you should eat as a diabetic. and I didn’t know anyone my age with type 2 diabetes. I had to figure a lot of it out on my own.
Despite the confusion, I’ve made some strides. But I’m still stumbling in the dark, trying to find my footing. It’s a journey filled with ups and downs, victories and setbacks, but hey, I’m still standing. And that’s something to be proud of.
Thanks for joining me and reading my first of many type 2 diabetic diaries. I would love to find more people who feel the way I do and start a little group of our own over on Facebook. We could become Diabesties Let me know if you would like to do that.
Until next time, Have a great day! Remember you are a badass!
