I was diagnosed with prediabetes last week. The only thing my doctor told me was to eat 6 small meals, avoid sweets, exercise, and drop 20 lbs. He didn't give any other information, nor did he offer any resources for information. Although, I am probably 20 lbs. over weight (163 lbs), I am 5ft 6.5 inches tall and I workout with weights regularly. ... more

I just got back from my doctor's office for a follow up visit from a fasting glucose tolerance test done about a week and a half ago. He said my glucose level dropped an hour after I had the glucose drink, but it was high 2 hours later. When I got home the day of the test I felt horrible and ate some food then laid down. When I got up an hour an... more

Thank you both for responding. While I have to admit I do eat unhealthy snacks every once in a while, I do actually eat pretty healthy overall. I had been obese for most of my life (225lbs at my worst), but have been between 155-165 lbs for the past 2 years. I cook Weight Watcher meals and try to keep snacks pretty healthy. I did call the doctor'... more