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Not having a great day

TravelSnobTravelSnob member
in August 2012 Moms

I had a doctor's appointment this morning and was told that because of my swelling she wants me to cut down on my sodium. 

She also told me that my glucose results are high (but not gestational diabetes high) and I need to cut back on my sugars. She thinks it's pointless to send me for another test because my levels are still far from needing insulin so it would be pointless to retest to only have her tell me the same thing (cut sugars out of my diet).

I feel like there's nothing I can have as a little treat anymore.  I guess I just have to think positive and think about how I won't gain as much weight since I can't eat anything bad.

This Sunday is my shower so I'll have a cheat day then (since I'm not in a danger zone or anything) and then have 9 weeks left to dream about all the yummy food I can't eat...

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  • bnkraayenbrinkbnkraayenbrink member

    I know your doc said to cut back on sugars, but it's not just sugars that can affect your glucose levels. It's all carbs. You don't have to completely cut the sugar out, just limit your portion size. One way I've help with my sweet tooth cravings is to eat fresh fruit instead of a sugary treat. Fruits like berries and melons are lower in carbs than other fruits like bananas, pineapples, and oranges.

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  • TravelSnobTravelSnob member
    Thanks for the info.  Yes I know I have to cut out anything high on the GIycemic index and not just sugar.  However, not all carbs are bad, some are good to lower blood sugars. 
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  • rp-chicago-momrp-chicago-mom member
    I was going to tell you to eat melon to bring swelling down but that's probably too many carbs? I've also heard yogurt helps with that. Sorry you had a bad day!
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  • dsimmons1107dsimmons1107 member
    I completely understand.  I was diagnosed with GD last week and I am feeling very down about the whole thing.  I went grocery shopping today and almost started crying looking at the fruit and baked goods.  I keep trying to think like you...it will keep the weight down...its only 14 weeks.....but somehow this just isnt really helping.  Im not sure how to make it feel better, but dowt worry, the time will pass.   I just figure as I get used to the changes, I wont feel so bad.  Good luck to you!


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