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Hi,

I just joined the group and I'm hoping that you can help with some advice. I have recently found out about the McDougall program and would like to learn more but I am a little confused as to which book I should start with.

My situation is that I found out that I had diabetes (TypeII) in July; I have since changed my diet/lifestyle and lost any excess weight that I was carrying. I am currently able to keep my condition under good control with the changes that I have made without the need for any drugs or insulin, but having heard such good things about the McDougall program I am hoping to do even better, stay as healthy as possible and keep the drugs/insulin at bay for as long as possible.

What I would like to know is where to start. There are a few books to choose from but I am not sure which one is correct for a diabetic diet. I have read that the higher carb content could initially mess with my sugar levels. I thought that I read somewhere that I should start with the 'The McDougall Plan for Maximum
Weight Loss' book (due to the lower sugar levels) but from what I understood, this is a quite drastic weightloss program and I really don't need to loose any more weight. Can anyone suggest the correct book to start off with please?

Thanks,
Gina

Jewel, you have come to the right place . I also have type 2 diabetes and I have been following the regular McDougall Program. My ha1c was almost 7 when I started in March, 2005, and now my ha1c is 5.2 . Even though I do the regular Program, I don't eat pasta or bread often. The more refined foods play havoc with my blood sugar levels.

Good luck on your McDougall Journey!!

Thank you so much for your replies. I think that I will give the original a try and see how that goes; then maybe move onto the new DVD when it comes out if needs be.