Hope results do not indicate diabetes

[GreenJB5]

Hi guys,

Went to a Dr appt today to get a rash checked out. My doctor was concern so had me take a diabetes blood test. Last time i had this test ( before raw) i was borderline. I have been afraid to take test since then. If the test comes back positive, what should I do? I am not 100 raw( am 100 vegan) but I have heard that raw can cure diabetes. Should i refuse any medicine the doctor gives me and foucs on been raw 100 percent.

[Veganforlife]

Me? I would. If I was borderline. I would jump into raw 100%. BUT THIS IS ME SPEAKING FOR ME. YOU have to decide what YOU would do. I would go 100% raw - then be retested a few months down the road.

YOU decide though...your call...

All I know is I cured migraines (life long - 54 years worth) and a non-functioning thyroid - 6 years after diagnosed by going 100% and no turning back.

One has to remember - docs and big pharma are a big, big money making business...

Our bodies ARE forgiving.

BUT, once again - YOU Have to decide. Not me. Not this forum. YOU...

[Raene]

I second that from Lucy. Definitely go 100%. Raw does save and cure. I feel that it's not an opinion; the facts are out there, even though the medical doctors like to hide them.
Just remember, they're not there for your health (the doctors). They're there for your money. They get paid for giving you all of those prescriptions. It's what keeps em in business cuz they know you won't be cured. Food heals; doctors just don't care anymore.

[tanishamarshall]

First I would say go with your gut feeling, I believe that what we think can effect the method we choose to heal us. First determine what feels right to you then go for that.

As for me, knowing what I know now, I would jump into raw 100% as I know how raw foods give the body what it needs to heal, but I believe that my thought process plays a huge part in the healing of my body.

If you believe raw foods can heal you and I believe you do because you are here then go for it . Believe that it can help you and I believe that it will because I have read so many stories about it and also I have had someone email me with Type 1 Diabeties and she went from using 30 to 11 units in 30 days so I believe raw can help.

Like someone said above, the doctors will never tell you to change your diet or even go to raw foods, they will give you the potion to make everything better and that to me is simply not the answer. If I were you I'd would at least give raw a chance to help remedy this problem but remember how you think can determine your outcome.

[juliebove]

I have diabetes. I do not personally believe that anything cures it. However a new operation looks promising.

If your Dr. told you the last time you went in that you were borderline, I presume at that time he/she prescribed a meter, possibly a medication and hooked you up with a dietician? If not, you should have run and not walked to another Dr. because this one isn't doing you any favors.

If you've been carrying on with eating what you were already eating, most likely it has progressed to diabetes.

Keep in mind that not all diabetics need meds. Some do. And some need insulin as well. But the bottom line with diabetes (no matter what other treatment) is control with diet and exercise.

[Raw Yogini]

I am suggesting you dive in to 100% raw and use a machine to test your blood sugar as directed by doc and see if your blood sugar levels stay w/in normal limits. If it stays w/in the normal range you won't have to do anything. Type II diabetes can be controlled very well w/ diet and exercise. You'll probably want to be cautious about how much fruit you eat, too. Living w/ uncontrolled diabetes can cause HUGE health problems (kidney failure, glaucoma, and numbness in extremities which has led people to lose toes, feet, etc. and other problems)! It is a must you keep your sugars in normal limits. Good luck!

[SmilingRawDancer]

People don't say whether they have type 1 or type 2 diabetes - big difference. I'm sure people can cure type 2, but type 1 is more complicated, I'm sure.

[jacsam]

Alissa has worked with people that have diabetes - I'd deffinately have a consultation with her before making any decissions. See what she has to say and what the docs have to say and anyone else you respect....then go with what your heart says is the best thing for you. I've heard of people doing raw while following their doctors advice and they slowly come off of their meds.

[Aleesha Sattva]

I had diabetes but after being raw... my dr informed me that i'm no longer diabetic! (obviously as long as i stay raw)

so yes, there is a way OUT!

watch this:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ynXGA6fCEgU

and remember... if you were borderline... if it's gotten worse from your eating habits and weight... then it probably isn't anywhere near where you need medication for it. (((hugs)))

[GreenJB5]

thank everyone for your suggestions. I have definitely improved the way i eat since they told me i was borderline. let's hope the test comes back okay. I always had bad luck with doctors . most times i do not take the medicine they prescribe. But diabetes is different. i will keep you posted

[juliebove]

People don't say whether they have type 1 or type 2 diabetes - big difference. I'm sure people can cure type 2, but type 1 is more complicated, I'm sure.

Actually type 2 is the more complicated because it is a combination of things. Type 1 simply means their body does not produce insulin. These people have to inject insulin.

Type 2 could be not producing, enough insuling to producing waaaay too much, but there is insulin resistance. I was taking three diabetes meds, now two and am also injecting insulin and my blood sugar is all over the danged place. Am waiting to hear back from the Dr. on that. I have been injecting now for just over a week and my numbers have shot up way higher than they were but also are dipping way lower than they were and I am having hypos. This is no way to live, I tell ya.

[Aleesha Sattva]

juliebove, sounds like something is wrong with your meds or the amount you are using. better see your dr quickly!

[juliebove]

juliebove, sounds like something is wrong with your meds or the amount you are using. better see your dr quickly!

I have other medical problems and that complicates things. I don't understand this insulin stuff though. It is new to me. I know I was tested and was found to produce tons of insulin. So how injecting it will help me is something I can't really grasp. But the meds don't seem to do much for me, and neither does cutting back on the carbs, or the amount of food I was eating. In fact the dietician said I should be eating more frequently so my liver wouldn't dump glucose.

[iluvmangos]

I had diabetes but after being raw... my dr informed me that i'm no longer diabetic! (obviously as long as i stay raw)

Since your doctor says you no longer have diabetes, do you still have to go in every few months for A1C's or are you done with diabetes appointments?

[sfdreams]

Looks like you've got lots of good replies already, but I just wanted to jump in with my story.

I was diabetic since 2001, controlled with Glucophage (started out with 500mg bid and upped later to 1000 mg bid). When I went raw, I halved my medication (with MDs approval, of course), then two months later after being 100% raw I was able to go off medication totally. I still see the MD every 3months as usual, and have my HgbA1c done quarterly as well. (Last one was 5.3!!) I also check my blood sugars periodically, although they are always good, so I definitely check them WAY less than I used to!

I consider myself "cured" but I know that I have a propensity for the diabetes, and it is "lurking" and may reappear if I start eating badly again. I am now about 90-95% raw most days, although I strive for 100%. I still allow myself to "treat" myself with the occasional vegan cooked dish, although I'm finding that they are appealing to me less and less.

I also suggest you go to www.rawfor30days.com and watch the trailer for the movie. (Someone gave you the link for it earlier) It was amazing--one person with diabetic neuropathy even had improvement of his neuropathy!

I am betting that your blood sugar will be fine when you get it back, though. Keep us posted!

[GreenJB5]

Hi everyone,
Thanks again for your positive comments and experiences. It really help me stay calm during the waiting period.

Terri, Yes i have seen the trailer for Raw in 30 Days. remembering this trailer gave me hope

The results are in......

I do not have diabetes and no longer borderline. I am so happy

[avanderland]

I do not have diabetes and no longer borderline. I am so happy


Congratulations! What a great burden to lift off, to no longer have that worry! I'm so glad your health is benefiting so much!!!

[rawstrength]

Congratulations!!!!!

Not only are you NOT diabetic, but you are no longer borderline!!!! YOUR lifestyle changes helped cure you. You and your body should be celebrating :D !

[raweater]

I haven't read all replies, but you need to understand this about drugs and disease:
-Diseases are caused by things like nutritional problems, stress, dehydration, lack of exercise, but NEVER caused by lack of pharmaceutical drugs
-The only cure to any disease is to correct the cause, now keeping in mind that no disease is caused by a lack of pharmaceutical drugs, drugs never have and never will cure any disease, quite the opposite, they are the #1 cause of disease in America, make 2.2 million people ill for life every year, and kill 100,000 people a year, by they way studies show you;d have to multiply those numbers by TWENTY to get more realistic results.

I highly recommend watching Dr. Day's "Diseases Don't Just Happen" video on http://video.google.com , she explains the causes of diseases and why drugs never have and never will cure any disease.