amancalledpony's blog post - medical blog

Thursday, March 7, 2013, 7:10:47 PM

I was worried what my blood tests were going to show. I have diabetes and high cholesterol. Two things that are very sensitive to diet and exercise. Well given some issues in my real life, the diet part is a total disaster.
So I was surprised when I got the first part of the labs back. My triglyc reading was well in normal at 144, two years ago it was over 800. Everything else on the lipid panel was really perfect. The best they have been since 2008
But I was worried about the glucose. My morning reading were bouncing and I knew it was all diet. But my spot glucose was the best since 2009. The A1C was still high at 6.2 but still dropping from last year ago and well below the high of 7.0 (6.0 is high normal range). So some work yet to do there.
I know no one but a small circle of friends give a damn about this. lol But I am proud of myself. Lost 30 pounds, about 10 to go but I need to work on muscle mass over that little bit. Thanks for reading this.

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BuxomXhunter on 7-Mar-13 19:16:19

I have type 2 diabetes also, along with the high cholesterol, high blood pressure, high triglyc, so I know the difficulties fo keeping it all in check, so it is a good thing to read the good news, you are doing much better than me, so Cheers to you, keep it going

ibhunting on 7-Mar-13 19:18:15

Well done! I also struggle with these issues (except diabetes) You sound like your on the right path.... Good luck!

tight_wet_lips on 7-Mar-13 19:21:52

As I do not struggle with any of these matters, I do however understand how it can hinder ones life and lifestyle. That is good news! Keep up the good work, Pony. huggies to you.

guitartxn on 7-Mar-13 19:54:21

I am recent diagnosed to both of them, and it is a change for sure.but I see it as positive for me. I have never felt better or have more energy or stamina than before! It sucks I have to watch things, but I am ok with it. My first a1c 2 Weeks ago was 6.4.....doctor high 5ed me lol

boxseat on 7-Mar-13 19:55:28

Kudos to you pony!! It isn't always easy changing you lifestyle and it always makes me proud when people (especially friends) dig in and give their best!!!!

needs on 7-Mar-13 20:16:07

That is great news Pony! I watch my mom and my aunt struggle with diabetes (neither of them do it well) so I know how hard it is. You are doing amazing and should be very proud of yourself!

Bustymisty on 7-Mar-13 21:32:37

Great job Mr. Pony

TNBuilder on 7-Mar-13 22:39:41

Good Job. Weight is a struggle for many of us.

bighoss2 on 7-Mar-13 22:46:41

Good job pony. Time to get in shape to run the range before you're put out to pasture.

curious48 on 7-Mar-13 23:08:26

All things in balance really starts to mean more as we age.
Awesome test results and doesn't it bring a smile to your face knowing they are this good through the time and effort that YOU put into making the needed changes?

bOObzman on 7-Mar-13 23:43:47

Great news, G!

Safire13 on 8-Mar-13 1:16:28

Guess I'm one of the circle of friends then pony cause Im uber proud of you ...huge big hugs and keep it up ;) xxx

MarkandLacey on 8-Mar-13 2:00:07

Well done on the weight loss Pony. :)

LOVEXXXPORN on 8-Mar-13 2:03:35

My mother had both as well and she lived 30+ years.She always said the key was sticking to your diet and always take your medication.Great work and all the best to you

Galaxy351 on 8-Mar-13 2:15:04

hope everything turns ok mate...keep on fighting, cheers, tel

Whispermyname on 8-Mar-13 4:32:30

Yeeha! Good on you Pony xxxx