What do I eat?
I’m so frustrated. I crave chocolate chip cookies 24/7…I’m 57 and very active.
My digestive system doesn’t like a diabetic diet. If I eat too many carbs, of course I feel great, but after awhile I crash.
I have this terrible issue with faux hypoglycemia. It happens at night. My blood sugar drops and it’s still high, but my body thinks I’m dying of low blood sugar.
I go to bed and it happens 11:00-3:00 am.
Symptoms
-feel I’m passing out
-badly bloated belly
-ears ringing
-sweating
-shaking
-nausea
-dizziness
-brain fog
-heart palpitations
-extreme anxiety
-diahrea
Usually starts with a really bad hunger pang….then explodes with anxiety. It could last 4 hours and I wake up with a diabetic hangover that lasts 3 weeks.
For days I could get a mini version of this in the daytime. If I don’t lie down it’s better; but exhausting.
What are huge thoughts and what do I do?
Thank you so much
That must be incredibly frustrating and a bit scary, @Tylert59911. Have you talked with your doctor about it? If not, it is really important that you do as soon as possible. There are several possible causes, but only your doctor will really be able to figure what's happening in your specific case. False hypoglycemia can sometimes happen when people are newly diagnosed and have just started medication that significantly lowers their blood sugar. It can also happen in people who were previously diagnosed, but suddenly have improved blood sugar levels. High blood sugar can also cause many of the symptoms of hypoglycemia, making you believe your blood sugar is low. finally, it's also possible your medication isn't right for you and you either need a dose adjustment or something new. Given your cravings for chocolate chip cookies, it might also be wise to ask your doctor for a referral to a dietician who specializes in diabetes. A dietician can help you figure out a diet that is low on the glycemic index, but works for you. A good one can also help you figure out how to curb those cravings. I hope this helps and that your doctor is able to get to the bottom of this. Hopefully, you'll get more input from the community as well. Keep us posted if you don't mind. Best of all wishes. - Lori (Team Member)
That is where I'm at also. I don't know what I'm supposed to eat. And my numbers are through the roof.
Hi
. Welcome to the community! Are you newly diagnosed? The whole diet thing can be overwhelming. You've spent a lifetime eating one way and, suddenly, you have to change everything up. Don't be too hard on yourself. You don't have to do it all overnight. Many people find it helpful to pick one or two things to change at a time and focus on those for a month. Once those changes have become habits, you can add a few more changes and focus on those for a month. By the end of a year, you will find that eating a diet low on the glycemic index has become easier and more natural. Has your doctor referred you to a dietician who specializes in diabetes? If not, you would be wise to ask for a referral. A dietician can be a huge help in getting started. Here is an article about the diabetic diet that might also interest you: https://type2diabetes.com/diet-nutrition. You can click in links in the article for more specific information. You also might find it helpful to load an app on your phone specifically designed for diabetics. I hope this helps and that you are soon able to bring your blood sugar levels under control. Warmly, Lori (Team Member)
What is your Blood sugar when it happens? I have been through this and my sugars were +400. Yo dont know what caused it or how to cure it without some numbers. But you need to get to the doctor and solve this.
I am now low carb Keto with insulin. It was hard at first but I am doing much better now.Hi
. I am glad to hear the Keto diet has helped and that you are becoming accustomed to it. That can be a big change. Wishing you the best. - Lori (Team Member)
