There are often times when I feel I should be thinking about my intake of food products. And there are times when I KNOW I should be doing something about my diet. The problem is, I struggle to get it right. Any of the time. I will eat food, at least three times a day. Not because I want to but because I have to with regards to my diabetes medications. I know I've been diagnosed for 7 and 1/2 years now. But I still get it wrong. At a ridiculous level.
The challenge is, basically, a weak willpower level and a brain hardwired to fall for that which is not good for me. Pathetic really isn't it? Everyday is a part of my learning curve. Yes, at 48 years of age, I am still learning. and I am prepared to keep learning as well. Even if it means I get crazily mad with myself and get emotionally over-strung. And it keeps happening. I am full of so many good intentions. But loaded down with a bucket-full of indecision and bad choices.
I have started taking a keener interest in what options, information-wise, are out there. I have known since day one that there is no quick fix for me. Or for anyone with this disease. In any of it's variations. As I sit out, in the garden soaking up the July sunshine, and type this I realise that, since my last post in August 2015 not a lot has changed for me. And that is probably because I haven't let it, in all honesty. I am always loking for excuses not to succeed. The positive is a very challenging reality to find and keep hold of, let alone benefit from. Not that most people who know me would realise this, as I still keep up with the old "tears of a clown" persona. It's only when I'm alone that the mask will slip. Otherwise, yay, I'm Mr Entertainer. I do have some positive moments such as listening to music, or losing myself in a very good book. Right now I am listening to Hannah Woolmer and Daniel Roberts' album "L'esprit Boheme". Just what is needed I think.
I see I have meandered off my opening track (again!), but that's how my mind will often wander.
Be safe people and love your life, no matter the problems you may have. It's the only one we get.
Love and peace!
Sunday, 2 July 2017
Monday, 17 August 2015
New Diabetes News
So, it was announced today that diagnosis of diabetes is up, in England, by a huge amount. But, is this because more people are becoming diabetic? Or is it because more people are now being diagnosed? I know that this might sound like the same things, but they're not. Someone could, in theory, have been suffering from this life affecting, and changing, disease for months, or even decades, without knowing it (believe me, I was one of them!). But they get diagnosed as a result of a separate side issue, completely unrelated. Or, something in the news, or social media, will raise a "flag" in their mind and they voluntarily go and see their doctor. And so the change to their life begins.
If you're unsure about diabetes, but say it's obviously those that suffer are fat, lazy wasters then please - do yourself a favour. Get educated! Those with diabetes are not all the same. There are differences between Type 1, Type 2, pre- and Juvenile Diabetes. And the differences are huge. Go to www.diabetes.co.uk or www.diabetes.org, these sites are not the only ones out there, but they are probably a couple of the best.
Now, what are the sources of some of the causes of diabetes? I can only speak from my point of view, through experiences I gained from post Type 2 diagnosis. My life up until diagnosis turns out not to have been conducive to living well. I can agree that I had a bit of a lazy take on life and health. But then I always had. Easy life - that's what we all want isn't it? Eating the wrong food (white bread, white pasta, white rice, fast food, chocolate, "full fat" sodas etc), no exercise (save walking to and from bars / fast food joints / cake aisle etc!!) and a negative attitude to life. What led me to this? Where had my lack of self-ambition come from? Why was I so mentally lazy? No idea. And - over four years later I still don't know. I guess I won't ever know, and should I think back on it and drive myself mad doing so? No. Here I am, and here I go! I have to look forward and not back. The problem is that the sources of sugar, and fat, are all around. And the sugar is not always obvious. Take a look at a loaf of "wholemeal" bread next time you're in your favourite supermarket. See the added sugar in there. Why? Why? Why? It doesn't need to be in there. And don't get me started on the in-store bakery products. No ingredients on the packaging. Why? What are they afraid of revealing? And then there's the current desire to put sugar in pizza base mixes. Why? It doesn't need it! Even TV chefs are putting it into their recipes now. Read the original Italian recipes and you won't find sugar in there - it was too expensive a product to add when pizza was first made in Italy. I have a horrible feeling that this is more of an American import than anything else (with all due respect to the brilliant people of America). There's something to be said for trying to eat "seasonally". But it's not so easy as the nutrition idealists would have us believe. But, going back to the "hidden" sugars I mentioned earlier, it's often overlooked the impact of carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. Carbs act as sugar hiders. That's why white carb sources (bread, pasta, rice, potatoes) can be a nightmare for a diabetic. Although, through trial and error, I have discovered that a baked potato, eaten skin and all, has a minor impact compared to mashed, or boiled, potato. No idea why.
Just remember - all the above is based upon my own thoughts, experiences and results from trial and error. They are not for everyone else. If you are unsure then speak to a trusted medical person - don't think that the web can answer it for you.
If you're unsure about diabetes, but say it's obviously those that suffer are fat, lazy wasters then please - do yourself a favour. Get educated! Those with diabetes are not all the same. There are differences between Type 1, Type 2, pre- and Juvenile Diabetes. And the differences are huge. Go to www.diabetes.co.uk or www.diabetes.org, these sites are not the only ones out there, but they are probably a couple of the best.
Now, what are the sources of some of the causes of diabetes? I can only speak from my point of view, through experiences I gained from post Type 2 diagnosis. My life up until diagnosis turns out not to have been conducive to living well. I can agree that I had a bit of a lazy take on life and health. But then I always had. Easy life - that's what we all want isn't it? Eating the wrong food (white bread, white pasta, white rice, fast food, chocolate, "full fat" sodas etc), no exercise (save walking to and from bars / fast food joints / cake aisle etc!!) and a negative attitude to life. What led me to this? Where had my lack of self-ambition come from? Why was I so mentally lazy? No idea. And - over four years later I still don't know. I guess I won't ever know, and should I think back on it and drive myself mad doing so? No. Here I am, and here I go! I have to look forward and not back. The problem is that the sources of sugar, and fat, are all around. And the sugar is not always obvious. Take a look at a loaf of "wholemeal" bread next time you're in your favourite supermarket. See the added sugar in there. Why? Why? Why? It doesn't need to be in there. And don't get me started on the in-store bakery products. No ingredients on the packaging. Why? What are they afraid of revealing? And then there's the current desire to put sugar in pizza base mixes. Why? It doesn't need it! Even TV chefs are putting it into their recipes now. Read the original Italian recipes and you won't find sugar in there - it was too expensive a product to add when pizza was first made in Italy. I have a horrible feeling that this is more of an American import than anything else (with all due respect to the brilliant people of America). There's something to be said for trying to eat "seasonally". But it's not so easy as the nutrition idealists would have us believe. But, going back to the "hidden" sugars I mentioned earlier, it's often overlooked the impact of carbohydrates on blood sugar levels. Carbs act as sugar hiders. That's why white carb sources (bread, pasta, rice, potatoes) can be a nightmare for a diabetic. Although, through trial and error, I have discovered that a baked potato, eaten skin and all, has a minor impact compared to mashed, or boiled, potato. No idea why.
Just remember - all the above is based upon my own thoughts, experiences and results from trial and error. They are not for everyone else. If you are unsure then speak to a trusted medical person - don't think that the web can answer it for you.
Thursday, 24 March 2011
Craving For Bad Munchies
Still got a craving for chocolate, ice cream, honey and all things delicious and nice. Not good for me though as blood sugar goes through the roof! Not sure how to be rid of craving?? Long term health not positive if I keep on this road.
Need to get back to exercise to keep losing weight and improving. Motivation has left by the front door though. Hmmmm.
Time for strong black coffee and a smoke to contemplate.
:-)
Need to get back to exercise to keep losing weight and improving. Motivation has left by the front door though. Hmmmm.
Time for strong black coffee and a smoke to contemplate.
:-)
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