A couple weeks ago, I got labs done for my fertility doctor. We've been playing phone tag for almost a week, and today I finally got a hold of the nurse to get my results.
2 things:
I have high cholesterol. Sweet.
I'm 2 candy bars away from being diabetic. Double sweet.
The nurse said that I wasn't diabetic, but my test results were pretty elevated, and I'm "At risk".
She then told me that I needed to get on a diet, and lose weight. I laughed (because if I didn't laugh, I was going to cry), and told her that I was on a diet, and I have already lost 45 pounds. She literally took a sigh of relief, and told me how encouraging it was to hear that I was already doing something to better my health. She was very happy to hear that I was doing the low glycemic index diet. I explained that at the time of the labs, I had only been on the diet for a week, and she explained that that probably wasn't enough time for the benefits of the diet to show up in my lab work. She strongly encouraged me to continue with the low glycemic diet, and that counting calories just wasn't enough for me, and my health issues.
The past few days I've been considering just going back to counting calories, and I've been trying to figure out what was best. I guess I got my answer. This low glycemic index diet truly is a part of my
new lifestyle. It's pretty easy for me to feel down in the dumps about this. I feel like I've been doing all this work to be ":Deliciously Healthy", and I'm still "At Risk" for diabetes. But on the other hand, I'm very grateful. Thank goodness I put my chunky butt on a diet over a year ago, and lost 45 pounds! I'm certain that phone call would have been very different if I was still 206 pounds. Because I took action, I'm at risk for diabetes, but I'm NOT diabetic!
I dodged a bullet. And that's sweet.
Today I had a wake up call, and found new motivation. I have to do this. And I have to like it. I absolutely refuse to add another diagnoses, to my already long list.
Sounds good to me.
2 things:
I have high cholesterol. Sweet.
I'm 2 candy bars away from being diabetic. Double sweet.
The nurse said that I wasn't diabetic, but my test results were pretty elevated, and I'm "At risk".
She then told me that I needed to get on a diet, and lose weight. I laughed (because if I didn't laugh, I was going to cry), and told her that I was on a diet, and I have already lost 45 pounds. She literally took a sigh of relief, and told me how encouraging it was to hear that I was already doing something to better my health. She was very happy to hear that I was doing the low glycemic index diet. I explained that at the time of the labs, I had only been on the diet for a week, and she explained that that probably wasn't enough time for the benefits of the diet to show up in my lab work. She strongly encouraged me to continue with the low glycemic diet, and that counting calories just wasn't enough for me, and my health issues.
The past few days I've been considering just going back to counting calories, and I've been trying to figure out what was best. I guess I got my answer. This low glycemic index diet truly is a part of my
new lifestyle. It's pretty easy for me to feel down in the dumps about this. I feel like I've been doing all this work to be ":Deliciously Healthy", and I'm still "At Risk" for diabetes. But on the other hand, I'm very grateful. Thank goodness I put my chunky butt on a diet over a year ago, and lost 45 pounds! I'm certain that phone call would have been very different if I was still 206 pounds. Because I took action, I'm at risk for diabetes, but I'm NOT diabetic!
I dodged a bullet. And that's sweet.
Today I had a wake up call, and found new motivation. I have to do this. And I have to like it. I absolutely refuse to add another diagnoses, to my already long list.
Sounds good to me.
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16 comments:
It's important to know even when its not what we want to hear. You're right about it being a motivator for you to continue the healthy path you are on! You are strong and smart and headed in the right direction - good for you!
Stupid cholesterol!! :) We can't wait to see you, by the way!!
Lady, that's so hard to hear, but it's also good to know that you're doing right by your body. At the end of this journey, you'll look back at this as another one of the bumps on the road. Right now - it COMPLETELY reinforces everything that you've been doing right. You can do this!
never the news that you want, but like you said...it could have been so much worse and this is proof that you are doing the right thing! Keep it up and let this be just another thing to encourage you!
Diabetes runs in my family so I really have to be careful. Basically they think that I could have it soon with my sweet tooth! I definitely need to watch myself.
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You are doing what's best for you and your body right now. Acknowledging that and applying the effort is 90% of the battle for most people. You are kicking butt!
I have to get my labs done just for a routine check up. Your post has motivated me to finally make the phone call and book that appointment.
And just think, if you continue what you're doing, your results are only going to get BETTER and BETTER!
You know, because of the PCOS, you should check with your doc and insurance company if you could get a dietitian to consult with...that might really help you over the edge! you def have the motivation...but better tools to get to your goal wouldn't be a bad thing!
You're doing great at living healthy just keep going! Sometimes things are out our hands and that's why we have have modern medicine and drugs to bless our lives. Keep a positive attitude and you'll reach your end goals!
Diabetes runs in my family, and I am always in constant fear that I will come out of the doctor one day with that diagnoses. You are doing what you need to do to be healthy, just keep going!
you're on the right track!! I know it's sucky news but it's good to know and it'll keep you motivated
: )
haha just saw your comment on my post! Too funny :)
You did dodge a bullet! I'm happy for you for that. Just keep doing what you're doing and I'm sure your next lab results will be everything you imagine :o)
You have this is in the bag Brittney! You already know what to do, you've done it and all you need to do is continue. You're going to do fabulous - I have faith in you!
Thank you so much for all of your comments, and support! <3
Your attitude is amazing. Glad you're feeling so motivated!!
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