When i was diagnosed in Feb 2010, my A1C was 15… today it is 5.9. You just have to be diligent and be anal about each and every meal. I am on carb counting method… so - i look at the plate, count the carbs, divide by 8 and shoot that number. (It’s usually 5 units of insulin)
Yes…it’s like having another job - a lot of work. But i want to live! I want to live without complications!
I bought an iphone and found an ap for tracking my levels --it’s called LEAPFROG. It makes the documentation fun, and gives me a daily average. Before going to bed at night, I look at the average and like to feel good about the results.
Also - if you exercise every day it will keep your numbers with greater consistency. I find that when i fall off from the gym, my numbers get crazier—
Hang in there — just do what it takes — we’re all counting on you!