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How To Loose Weight With Diabetes And Arthritis?
I am consciously trying to eat healthy and lose weight. We just opened our pool and I m starting to log in hours in the pool. I am Type II diabetic and I am on oral medication for this. My fasting BS ranges from 102 to 140 but does drop down to 70-80 s if I watch my carbs. I eat oatmeal every am with flaxseed and cinnamon, no sugar, and a large cup of black coffee. I have lost 50 lbs but go up and down the next 15. I am 61 years old and have osteoarthritis so my knees hurt when I walk even in the pool. Is forskolin an answer to my problem with belly fat or would I be throwing away money?
Fri, 10 Apr 2015
Hello and welcome to the health care magic
I had gone through your question and i can understand your concern
I don't think it is a difficult task to loose weight . So don't loose your mind.
In my opinion you should follow these guidelines
strict dietary restrictions and make a chart of what you are eating and follow it very religiously.
30 to 45 minutes daily exercises, slowly start with brisk walking or jogging and gradually you can build your stamina. You should also include muscle building exercises for additional benefits.
Have plenty of fruits vegetables and dietary fibers
Take plenty of fluids 3 to 4 liters a day.
Medicines are not recommended in your case. But if you wish to try them under strict medical supervision, you can discuss about appetite suppressant drugs like phentermine or sibutramine and lipase inhibitors like orlistat with your local doctor. These are not available over the counter
I hope you will find my response informative and helpful
Best wishes
I had gone through your question and i can understand your concern
I don't think it is a difficult task to loose weight . So don't loose your mind.
In my opinion you should follow these guidelines
strict dietary restrictions and make a chart of what you are eating and follow it very religiously.
30 to 45 minutes daily exercises, slowly start with brisk walking or jogging and gradually you can build your stamina. You should also include muscle building exercises for additional benefits.
Have plenty of fruits vegetables and dietary fibers
Take plenty of fluids 3 to 4 liters a day.
Medicines are not recommended in your case. But if you wish to try them under strict medical supervision, you can discuss about appetite suppressant drugs like phentermine or sibutramine and lipase inhibitors like orlistat with your local doctor. These are not available over the counter
I hope you will find my response informative and helpful
Best wishes
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