Diabetes without Complications!

Jonathan Christie

"I'm 52. I've been insulin-dependent since I was 38 but my glycosylated hemoglobin and blood chemistry are normal, so I see no reason why diabetics should develop complications or suffer a shortened life expectancy. I lost confidence in the medical prescription, and now I keep my own counsel about my diabetes and go to doctors for needles, Humalog insulin and tests. Years of self-experimentation - some of which I wouldn't repeat - have taught me what works best for me. I felt lost when I was diagnosed, and I hope this site may ease a trying time and provide some solutions for others who suddenly find themselves diabetic...

This site is dedicated to diabetes and diabetics, Type I and Type II, insulin-dependent (IDDM) and non-insulin dependent (NIDDM), at risk for diabetic complications from poor diabetic control such as kidney disease, overweight, high blood pressure and cholesterol, coronary heart disease and heart attacks, neuropathy, retinopathy and blindness, and leg ulcers with their attendant risk of gangrene and amputation. It is for those with brittle diabetes, Somogyi reactions or the "dawn phenomenon" who suffer emotional distress, anxiety or despair over their abnormal Glycosylated Hemoglobin Tests. And for those who feel hopeless about achieving good control, avoiding insulin reactions, hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. To all of you, I say there is hope: I'm insulin-dependent, but my risk for complications is almost zero on a low carbohydrate, ketogenic diet without sugar, refined carbohydrates or starches. My Lifescan meter gives my average blood sugar as 102 mg%, and Ketostix tell me I'm in mild ketosis. I eat food I like and I feel good, so it can be done."

Site link: survivediabetes.com