I (18 F) was diagnosed with pre-diabetes a while ago, and I haven't done much about it. I'm in college, and eating healthy is extremely hard. I believe I'm around 180-200 lbs and I'm 5'1". And lately I've just been seeing the weight go on even though I've cut things from my diet, like soda.
I also have some emotional problems and that causes binge eating. I'm working on getting on top of it with a therapist but it's been a struggle. I was also emotionally abused growing up. For instance, whenever I was angry, grumpy, or in a bad mood, my parents would tell me to eat something. Now, whenever I'm upset, I eat. And sometimes I eat something to avoid getting upset or angry and to be a nicer person. It also doesn't help that I do get angry and irritable when I'm hungry.
I got myself a glucose tester and I'm starting to count carbs, something my mom, who has diabetes, does. I'm trying to look at healthier options and I'm getting rid of all the junk food I have. I'm starting a long and hard journey and I'm not very optimistic. Any encouragement and tips are appreciated.
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