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How Do I Know What I Can Eat Without Raising My Blood Sugar Count. I Have To Have Surgery But The Dr. Will Not Do It Till My Sugar Is Steady

A DiabetesTeam Member asked a question 💭
Philadelphia Area, PA
June 14
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A DiabetesTeam Member

First off you need to understand what the Doctor is saying and it's not just about eating this or that for a few days, it takes "months" to reduce average sugar levels before you would move the numbers enough to make surgery possible if your numbers are currently too high

And the formula "for you" may be considerably more complex than the advice you could receive here

My suggestion, if you don't already know, is get the exact "target" the surgeon is looking for.

Talk to your primary Doctor about what treatments may be added to help you get there

Get a referral to a nutritionist or dietitian and best if they (specialize) in diabetics and get a solid eating plan "for you and tailored to your health conditions"

Then stick with it

June 14
A DiabetesTeam Member

To help keep your blood sugar steady, consider the following strategies:

- Carbohydrate Counting: Track how many carbohydrates you eat, as they directly affect blood glucose. Use food labels to check carbohydrate content
- Glycemic Index: Choose low-glycemic foods that digest slowly and have a smaller impact on blood Show Full Answer

To help keep your blood sugar steady, consider the following strategies:

- Carbohydrate Counting: Track how many carbohydrates you eat, as they directly affect blood glucose. Use food labels to check carbohydrate content.
- Glycemic Index: Choose low-glycemic foods that digest slowly and have a smaller impact on blood glucose.
- Plate Method: Fill half your plate with vegetables, a quarter with lean protein, and a quarter with whole grains or starchy vegetables.
- Consult a Dietitian: They can help plan a diet tailored to your needs.

Always consult your doctor before making significant dietary changes.

June 14

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