Shortly after my diagnosis I joined Linda’s WhatsApp Group, Diabetes Warriors. The Group shares their daily fasting blood sugars, and is a voice of support to everyone struggling with this dreaded disease. Linda introduced me to intermittent fasting, and the Banting food lists. I also participate in a lot of spiritual dances at my Church, which keeps me active, and I am very active at work.
One year later my HbA1c is down to 6.6% and my weight is at 85kg. My journey continues, and every day I make the effort to make the right choices; for me and for my family. My husband has started to follow the same lifestyle as I do, and my kids as well.
I am still on Metformin as my HbA1c is still above 6%. Every day I make an effort to choose foods from the Banting food lists. I have also increased my water intake.
Change comes about when we take responsibility. My humble advice to everyone who is T2, is that it’s your body. Try your best to eat right and your life will really change. I know it’s not easy or affordable all the time but there are foods that you can eat every day, especially the green cruciferous vegetables that you can also grow at home, either in pots or in a garden.
DON’T GIVE UP – Whatever you do!