Information and opinions on health from Sheila at HealthCentral.com. HealthCentral.com is one of the top health destinations on the Web, with more than 35 condition-specific, wellness and general health Web properties. http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/3469/index http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/3469/rss self application/xml en-us 15 120 19 http://www.healthcentral.com/images/hc_logo_sm.gif http://www.healthcentral.com/profiles/c/3469/index http://www.healthcentral.com/diabetes/c/3469/8147/tips-make-fun Sun, 01 Apr 2007 20:00:00 -0400 Sheila A few simple ideas that have made it easier for me:   Gave away all my large dinner plates - we now use only salad plates and small cake plates - portion control.   Always serve one cup of a clear, degreased broth, with or without veggies to start a meal - it takes the edge off your hunger.   Make your meals as colorful as possible - set a pretty table with colorful placemats, contrasting dishes and cutlery - use small... http://www.healthcentral.com/diabetes/c/3469/8147/tips-make-fun http://www.healthcentral.com/diabetes/c/3469/8146/frustration Sun, 01 Apr 2007 19:36:00 -0400 Sheila I need some advice.  I have been Type 2 for 10 years -  most of those I was undiagnosed ( told was boarderline ) so of course I did not make any effort.  For the past 7 years I have seen at least a dozen doctors - every one of them advises completely different treatments  - most look upon a patient as a lab value.  I am not a lab value.  I have other health issues that also need adressing.  Since Nov. of last... http://www.healthcentral.com/diabetes/c/3469/8146/frustration