I've been reading the forums for awhile now and thought it would be useful to have a thread where people can talk about their experiences of swimming with diabetes.
I was diagnosed with Type II last summer and started Metformin. I've had conflicting advice about diet and have found that what works best for me is low carb. I had been swimming about 1500 meters three or four times a week prior to diagnosis. As I have increased my yardage to 5000 meters five or six times a week, my blood sugar has been easier to manage (down from 196 to 105) without hypoglycemia. I am still learning about supplements.
I am very interested in other people's experiences and that you have found helpful. Thanks!
I think it is important to be realistic. An A1C in the 5s would be fairly unusual. An A1C in the 6's is actually really good, according to our endo.
I know almost nothing about Type II however. We roll Type 1 in our house.
It may be easier for me as a Type II to lower my glycated hemoglobin. I dropped from 5.9 to 5.3 by doing my best to keep the glycemic load as low as possible. Since JoeBob referred me to it, I have been following the Blood Sugar Solution lifestyle plan, meaning I eat lean protein, LOTS of non-starchy vegetables, and a small amount of fruit. Best of luck to you!
I think it is important to be realistic. An A1C in the 5s would be fairly unusual. An A1C in the 6's is actually really good, according to our endo.
I know almost nothing about Type II however. We roll Type 1 in our house.
It may be easier for me as a Type II to lower my glycated hemoglobin. I dropped from 5.9 to 5.3 by doing my best to keep the glycemic load as low as possible. Since JoeBob referred me to it, I have been following the Blood Sugar Solution lifestyle plan, meaning I eat lean protein, LOTS of non-starchy vegetables, and a small amount of fruit. Best of luck to you!
