Congratulations on your good control. I've been a bad diabetic over the years and now I'm insulin dependent. I finally got good control again about a year ago.

Are you new here? If so, welcome. If not, nice to meet you.

Education is your real weapon to fight your illness. Diabetes can be safely managed and you can live a normal life. Good luck and I hope to hear from you soon. Sue

You mention other illnesses. Do they adversely affect your diabetes or the meds that go along with it?

Hi, I sufer from depression and ptsd too. I was told by my physician to get off one of the meds my psychiatrist put me on because it is a known weight gainer and makes you to slowed down. It also could be upping my blood sugar levels. Having more than one illness is hard to juggle at times because of the fluctuating moods. But it sounds like you have a pretty good handle on things. If you ever want to message me, feel free. I am new to diabetes as of 9/26. Type 2. I'm also new to metformin. I still need my morning bs number to go down. Guess this is it for now. Thank you for your post.

my husband is taking metformin, glucotrol and actos for his diabetes, and the blood sugars are kept under control, of course, watching his diet as well. I am learning something new here: I have noticed he is depressed, too, so, is that related to the meds or the diabetes itself?

I agree: being educated about this disease is the key to managing it.

i aint took a drug for diabetes yet.plz read my journal & maybe get some ideas. i aint perfect,but i'd rather do something else than feel like crap all the while
Peace & God Bless to all
chip

Chipchip you do take meds.
for Diabetes. Cymbalta &
Lyrica are "pills". Watch
wat you say, it can mislead
new Diabetics.

it was pointed out that i take cymbalta & lyrica . these are for neuropathy; not diabetes& i aint trying to mislead anyone in my journal, rather i let ppl kno my regimen & remind them that they should check w/Dr
if this upsets anyone ill remove the journal so ppl (of limited IQ) wont be misled
chip

chipchip: I believe that all of the posts and all of the personal information in journals and all of those places are very important to "everyone". Every bit of information is helpful. And you do specifically state that what you write in your journal, or in your posts, is what "works for you". So I see no problem. I also see that there is a "diabetic neuropathy" and, perhaps, that is what is understood as medications for diabetes. I clicked on both meds you mentioned and both are also used for other "things". So it is ok. "EVERYONE" should read "ALL" posts with a "grain of salt", so to speak, and understand that we are all "unique". And realize that what works for one person may not work for another. There are many great ideas given, and yes, the personal care doctor for each person is the one to consult about any questions or ideas given on "any" site. Thank you for sharing with us. We are here to hold each others hands and give each other a boost, helping to see that we are not alone in this. Some really great people out there willing to share and give a kind word. Again Thnak you chipchip.

ty learn i believe you've captured the spirit in which i posted my journal& if anyone gets help/motivation from it im happy & i've recieved some good ideas too
God Bless
chip

Everyone should follow the
advice and instructions of
their Medical Doctor to treat
their Diabetes or any other
disease. You can get ideas on
this site from others. Ihave been diabetic for 10yrs.
and work in the Medical
Field and counciled others
for years. Sorry that I
offended some with my
earlier entry. SueLeo

Hi SueLeo, I think you were just pointing out the two meds mentioned. And they are used for Diabetics,and also for other illnesses. I appreciate all of the posts. Thank you.You, too, are correct, in that "Our" personal Physicians are ultimately who we need to rely on for "medical" counsel, but examples of what works for others can also be of help to "some" of us, because we are all unique and different things work for different people. Sometimes, a good piece of advice from someone else may be of help to "us", once we run it past our "doc". My experience is "doctors" need advice, too, "sometimes". Ha Ha. I like the old adage, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it". So if something is working for one person, why change it. Just does not mean it will work for everyone. But who knows . . . Lots of things here mentioned,are very interesting, but there are so many things mentioned no one can do them all. "A GRAIN OF SALT". Take it all with a grain of salt. If it sounds good to someone, run it past their physician, as you say. Personally, I enjoy finding all of the different things that CAN work for so many. But so far, I find, from all things mentioned, the best thing for me would be a vegetarian meal with lots of walking. NOW IF I CAN JUST INCORPORATE IT INTO MY LIFE, AGAIN. . .did it once before and did well. Going to be hard to get started, but it is ultimately going to be my "healths" salvation. Thanks to all for their great posts.

Since I don't take anything for my Diabetes; (It's diet and exercise controlled); I don't really know if my reply will carry much weight. I just wanted to say that it's good to get advice from others; but our greatest and most reliable advice HAS TO COME FROM our Dr.'s. I'm new to this Community; but not to Daily Strength. I've been in the Addinson's Community for quite some time. I just found out about this Community; and since I am a Diabetic----I decided to join. I hope I haven't offended anyone with my comments. I never intended to offend anyone; just putting my (2 cents) worth in that's all.

JJJAX, Hi, no offense taken, all very helpful, to me, anyway. Even though I feel, now and again, my doctor needs to open his eyes and help me out a little more. He does not let me test very often and I have a terrible time keeping control of my BG not knowing what it is after eating. Worries me alot.