I think it’s reasonable and accurate to say that not all type 1’s or 2’s are the same. Diabetes is different with each individual. What works for one, more times than not will not work for another. To try and say that your type 2 diabetes is like anybody elses type 2 diabetes is ignorant. Every person has his/her list of variables in their classification of being a diabeteic.
Hi Kevin,
I presume you mean like diet and exercise variables? Our bodies all function pretty much the same (at least according to my sources… all M.D.s and PHDs, btw). Unless or until someone can convince me otherwise, I’m sticking to my assertions. I don’t think my philosophy is all that ignorant. Yes, I’ll concede that there are various degrees of progression of the disease, but you can’t argue with the fact that the body needs certain essential nutrients to either slow, halt, or (dare I say?) reverse that progression. In addition, you can’t argue with the fact that we need a certain amount of exercise in order to stay healthy and fit. Can you?
Craig
Brilliant idea, Kristin! I was going to suggest the same.
Dear Mr. Peachy.
I like the idea of reversing diabetes. Lets go for it.
Yes, please post it. I’m curious too.
I live by the golden rule… always have. I know what’s in my heart and it is good. Few people care more for their fellow man, and mankind in general, than I. My words don’t always come out in a pleasing fashion to some folks… I realize that. It’s not from lack of trying (look up Asperger’s syndrome, sometime). I’m not a diplomat or a clergyman. Never claimed to be. I still don’t fully understand how my words come across as bludgeoning when my intent is only to convey useful information in as concise a manner as I can. I’m not good at flowery prose or sugar coating. All your quotes are very nice, but they don’t teach me anything new. I’m not malicious or unkind in any way. Those that know me, know better than that. I simply speak in a matter of fact manner. I’m a technically trained person, not a speaker, writer, minister, or anything of the sort. I took a glance into the mystery surrounding insulin resistance with much research and trial and error. My soul intent is to share what I’ve learned… it works. At this point, it would appear that many people cannot, or will not put their personal beliefs or sensitivities aside long enough to ignore this apparent lack of compassion, that I seem to have, long enough to look into what I’m really saying here. Seems to me they could use a technique that I employ (quite often) when I’m dealing with people… give them the benefit of the doubt. I’m on the verge of giving up here out of sheer frustration and moving on with my life. How do I get people to listen without taking a creative writing course? This information is far to vital to be tip-toeing around people’s feelings. Isn’t the main purpose here to share?
Best regards to all,
Craig
Good Luck… It’s never going to happen. You can take good care of yourself and take the appropriate medications… but diabetes never just goes away. The progressions that I know of are the god-awful complications that can arise. Some type 2’s or LADA diabetics may have sort of a diabetic progression, but the disease never just “goes away”. For a few it can be controlled by diet and excercise; those are the lucky type 2’s. That is a more mild and controllable form of diabetes. I know some type 2’s that have had injections of 100+ units on insulin and it did very little to lower blood sugar. Each diabetic has his/her list of variables including, insulin resistance, certain antibodies (beta cell, insulin antibodies, etc.), insulin production, autoimmune disorders (that are not diabetes). You simply can’t say that because something works for you that it’s the right thing for everyone else. Just because one is a medical doctor Mr. Peachy doesn’t make you an expert on diabetes. You can tell that to your MD/Phd friends. I’ve met a few doctors that are pretty ignorant on treating diabetes. That is the specialty of an Endocrinologist.
Well, Kevin, there’s not really much left that I can say to you, other than one of the most important lessons I’ve learned in my 57 years of life… If you believe in something strongly enough, it will most likely be true. (at least, to you). I, however, am a technologist. I need data. And the data clearly indicate that what is wrong here, is a distinct lack of adequate information. If you’ll pardon me, I’m going to keep pursuing what works.
No one here, that I know of, has once said that diabetes “goes away”. As far as the “lucky” goes, I have found that the more I learn, the luckier I get. You can’t simply dismiss that what I’m saying doesn’t at least help minimize the need for medication, now can you?
I’m not claiming to be an expert on diabetes. Let’s be clear on that. I am, however, a loyal student of those experts who’s patients are in total control of the disease with diet and exercise alone (not cured). As far as endocrinologists are concerned, I’m only interested in hearing from those who are type two and in control with diet and exercise. The others carry absolutely no weight at all, in my book. They’re just mere mortals like you and I.
For those who are interested, I’ve posted a typical example of my daily diet plan here: Craig’s diet plan
Most recent post here: Craig’s diet plan.
I firmly believe that, if you give the body what it needs, it will heal itself (within reason, of course). I think the main problem here is, that many of us are not skeptical enough of the major food producers and don’t believe that the foods we evolved from (or that were created for us) are as good for us as they actually are. It seems reasonable to conclude, that we’ve all been led down a road of disinformation over the past couple of hundred years… all in the interest of convenience and profit.
I do not believe this.
I lost over 100 lbs - my a1c went from in the 10’s to 4.7
I am now up to 6.8 WITHOUT changing a thing with my diet / exercise. I exercise every day. I am STILL diabetic. I am still pumping my insulin. Your body just can not be healed just because you will or want it to. Just eating and exercising as you claim - simply does not work for everyone. Diabetics do require insulin to live and breathe.
I realize that. But until you actually try a raw, natural foods based diet and adequate daily exercise, you’ll never know. Now, will you? Mr. Peachy’s daily diet template