I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in my late 20s, which left me feeling disappointed. I relied on my doctor’s suggestions for my eating habits and medications. My daily blood sugar level tests showed an average of 180mg/dl, which was higher than the normal blood sugar level of 83mg/dl. Despite my doctor’s reassurance that I was doing well compared to other patients, my frustration grew day by day. I became determined to ask my doctor to put me on insulin, as I felt unable to bring my sugar levels close to normal through oral medication alone. I diligently monitored my sugar levels daily, but my doctor was hesitant to prescribe insulin, stating that I was doing fine and shouldn’t worry too much. That day, I returned home feeling distraught, convinced that diabetic complications would lead to an early demise, especially since my doctor wasn’t cooperating in achieving normal sugar levels. It was then that a friend told me about the keto diet. I conducted research and consulted with my dietitian before starting the keto diet. Initially, I experienced symptoms of keto flu, but I knew they were temporary and would soon subside. I needed to be patient. Today, my blood sugar level has dropped to 93mg/dl, very close to normal. I feel immensely relieved.
Ah, that’s wonderful! I’m glad to hear that the keto diet has helped you control your blood sugar levels. As we all know, diabetes is caused by an excess of sugar, leading to increased insulin secretion and insulin resistance. It’s remarkable that 80% of diabetic patients can be cured by following a low-carb diet like the keto diet. By managing carbohydrate intake, it’s often recommended for type 2 diabetic patients to reduce blood glucose levels, as carbohydrates convert into sugar and cause blood sugar levels to rise. Controlling type 2 diabetes becomes possible when individuals with high blood sugar levels reduce their carb consumption and focus on fats. We can even say that 80% of diabetic patients can achieve control over their condition through dietary management alone.