So, after about 9 months of DRASTICALLY switching my diet, eating fresh foods and drinking mostly water, I am very happy to report I'm feeling better-- and life with Hypo is not as troublesome as it used to be. It's a whole new lifestyle change, but they are all very positive & healthy changes.

Here's some things I've been doing:

-Learning Stan's diet and testing what works on my body. 90% of the things on his list match with my body, so I used that as a starting point for my new diet and worked backwards-- adding a few different foods each week and testing their reaction to my body.

-Seeing a doctor, getting a Glucose Tolerance Test and, most importantly, seeing a knowledgeable endocrinologist. The Endo did EXTENSIVE blood work and luckily, my results were all very promising. She also gave me a home blood test machine which I try and use a couple times a day.

-Always having snacks on hand, cutting out Sugar and not touching drugs or alcohol in anyway.

-Taking care of my body FIRST. meaning, I sometimes am late for Class & miss meetings JUST because I have to eat. YOUR body and health always has to 100% come first no matter what. Meetings can be rescheduled, you're well-being cannot.

So, I hope any of this info can provide inspiration for anyone going thru the darkest part of Hypo right now-- I remember being there too and it was the worst thing ever. Things will get better if you take care of your body and stay on a healthy plan this year. best wishes,

-Dave