Tips for Type 2 Diabetes Patients
1. Monitor Blood Sugar Regularly
Check blood glucose levels as recommended by your doctor.
Keep a log to notice patterns and understand how meals, activity, and stress affect your levels.
2. Follow a Balanced Diet
Include whole grains, vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, and healthy fats.
Limit refined sugar, white bread, sugary drinks, and processed foods.
Consider portion control to avoid spikes in blood sugar.
3. Stay Active
Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate activity most days (walking, cycling, swimming).
Incorporate strength training 2–3 times a week to improve insulin sensitivity.
4. Maintain a Healthy Weight
Even modest weight loss (5–10% of body weight) can improve blood sugar control.
Avoid crash diets; focus on sustainable, gradual changes.
5. Stay Hydrated
Drink plenty of water throughout the day.
Limit sugary beverages and alcohol, which can spike blood sugar.
6. Manage Stress
Practice mindfulness, meditation, or yoga.
Chronic stress can affect insulin sensitivity and blood sugar levels.
7. Get Enough Sleep
Aim for 7–9 hours per night.
Poor sleep can lead to higher blood sugar and insulin resistance.
8. Take Medications as Prescribed
Never skip or adjust medication without consulting your doctor.
Keep a routine to avoid missed doses.
9. Regular Check-Ups
Monitor A1C, blood pressure, and cholesterol regularly.
Screen for eye, kidney, and nerve complications as advised.
10. Educate Yourself
Learn about carbohydrates, glycemic index, and nutrition labels.
Join support groups or online communities for motivation and tips.
Hi there, thanks so much for sharing your knowledge and experience with the group. Are you or a loved one dealing with type 2 diabetes? If so, how is it going? Is there anything that we can help you with? Wishing you all the best! -Lauren (team member) I was diagnosed with Prediabetes years ago, but was just taking whatever pills the doctor threw at me, mostly inconsistently. But decided I didn't want to be dependent on meds and had a naturalpath recommend carnivore to lose weight and "reset" everything. Lost 50 lbs, felt better than I had in a while, exercised way more than I have in years. In February I had a retina detach. That was a little stressful, doctor saved it, spent time on my face while it healed, got a new prescription for my glasses, thought I was good to go. Noticed that my blood pressure was too high to donate blood anymore, got rejected. Then the same eye that had surgery detached in the rest of the eye and had another surgery. Went in to see the doctor, wrote me 7 new prescriptions. So I decided I would take a few to keep from dying (BP meds) and I bought myself a glucose monitor to see what my body is doing. Never been this frustrated in my life. I can eat nothing but protein, intermittent fast, break fast at 10am and still see my glucose rise at night, lower while I sleep, just barely touching 140, then rise to 217 until lunch. I can eat a meal and see a temp drop, but its just a hump, goes back up to 200. Just about ready to give up.
Hi
. We hear you. It can be so frustrating when you do all you can to stay healthy and it's not enough. Unfortunately, not everyone can control their blood sugar levels with diet alone, in part, because type 2 diabetes is a progressive disease. The same is true of blood pressure for some people. Consider how many people you know who are overweight and never exercise, yet they have normal blood pressure and no diabetes. Do what you can naturally, but remember this is not your fault and you might need the help of medication. At this point, it might be wise to see an endocrinologist for your type 2 diabetes instead of your general practioner, if you are not seeing one already. An endocrinologist has a better understanding of the hormones involved in type 2 diabetes and might be able to offer a more effective blood sugar managment plan. Know that we are here for you whenever you need support or a place to vent. Warmly, Lori (Team Member)
I haven't taken a test to determine if my body is in ketosis, but with no carbs and sugar for over 4 days, I think I might be. Glucose went from 184 (pre-dinner) down to 159 while I slept until it climbed to 193 when I woke. Went on a walk and watched it climb to 223. Snack of peanuts and some cheese had no effect. Heavy brief workout lifting weights lowered it to 216 but it is on its way back up.
Hi there, type 2 diabetes can be tricky to control. Sometimes, in addition to diet and exercise (lifestyle) changes, medications are needed to keep blood sugar in a 'normal' range. Do you feel comfortable discussing treatment plans and goals with your doctor? -Lauren (team member)
