Diabetes And Soda Pop?
I’m 15 years old and was diagnosed with diabetes just a little while ago. We’re still waiting for my blood work to come back from the lab to see what type I am. Anyway, before I was diagnosed I had a specific routine any time I bought a "Junk Lunch". I would get a Crush Cream Soda, Original Skittles (the regular package) and a bag of Crunchy Cheesies (not sure of the company or brand). I was not overweight when diagnosed with Diabetes, I was average. (Just saying that I didn’t get it because of weight problems) I am and always have been completely in love with the taste of Crush Cream Soda. Now, suddenly I can’t drink it anymore because where I live I can’t get the diet version. I know that they do make Diet Crush Cream Soda, but I can’t find it anywhere in my province (NL). My meal plan is the hardest part about my chronic disease, I don’t mind having to prick my fingers, or give myself insulin needles, but not being able to have your favorite snack or drink anymore when you’re 15 and always hanging out with friends who buy "Junk Lunches", pretty much sucks. It’s so hard. Does anyone know where I could possibly order the Diet Crush Cream Soda online, or anywhere I can get it in NL. I know it sounds ridiculous, but I’d really appreciate the help. Thank you :]
Get over it girl. There are so many things you are going to be deprived of that living just don’t seem worth it. At 15 you will have to grow up faster that your counterparts. Sorry to put it this way but This is a deadly disease. Nothing to fool with. 1/3 of type 1 diabetics die before age 55. And Type 2 diabetics lose 10 to 13 years off their lifetime. So forget the sodas theere are a lot more important things to worry about..
TIN
admin on October 14th 2009 in Diabetes Diet Meal Plan
Marnie responded on 14 Oct 2009 at 8:31 am #
You know, this is your opportunity to teach your friends how to eat well! So many Americans have such a bad diet, it is really a shock when they have to modify their diet. The school does have to offer you a healthy alternative. Ask your favorite store to stock the product for you, or buy some just for you. Stores stock what they think people will buy. The Diet Cream Soda is EXCELLENT! It will catch on. People just have to be introduced to it. You could start a trend!
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Lisa A responded on 14 Oct 2009 at 9:16 am #
I too am a diabetic, but I am much older than you. I will say that having food you will eat is very important part of managing your disease process. Since you have a life and death disease process I am going to talk to you like an adult. I looked it up and the manufacturer of diet Crush is Dr.Pepper Snapple group of Plano Texas.
I am not sure where you purchase your grocery items but you can speak with the manager and ask if they will stock this item for you. If not, then I would switch stores. I have found that there is usually one store in my town that stocks most of the " goodies" that I like. Have you thought about maybe having the foods you like in smaller portions, have your parents help you plan your "junk’ lunches with you. If you need assistance with this, ask your physician to send you diabetes nutrition educator who can help you make the best choices for you.
NO one likes rigid food plans with no choices. Take control of your disease and shop with your parent, look at your carbs, and know your limitations. Many people have a misconception about diabetes. It is so possible to live a long life, without life altering consequences, it just takes some practice. Good luck to you, I know you can do it. Your life depends on it.
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nurse 21 years, tp/ict, dm
celtic.piskie responded on 14 Oct 2009 at 9:39 am #
I know how much that can irritate you.
It’s worth calling the company and seeing if they can provide a list of stockists.
If not, as other ppl have said, simply ask the store if they will buy it in for you.
You don’t have to give up the ‘junk lunches’. You just have to switch them around a little.
Grab some sugar-free candies, diet soda, and something else that takes your fancy.
As long as you don’t do it all the time, and learn to manage your blood sugar, there’s no reason why you can’t do that.
I’m a type 1 diabetic, have been since i was 9.
I’ve been heli-skiing, hoping to go avalanche skiing. I spent 18 months working as a ski instructor, and walk at least an hour a day with my mad dog.
Once you get used to it, it’s not too bad at all.
Until then, it does suck, and it’s okay to be angry about.
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Bolt responded on 14 Oct 2009 at 9:59 am #
Google for the company Beverages Direct.
I have ordered from them several times to send sodas to relatives who couldn’t get them locally. They have quite a selection, but not sure if the one you are looking for was among them.
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Tin S responded on 14 Oct 2009 at 10:25 am #
Get over it girl. There are so many things you are going to be deprived of that living just don’t seem worth it. At 15 you will have to grow up faster that your counterparts. Sorry to put it this way but This is a deadly disease. Nothing to fool with. 1/3 of type 1 diabetics die before age 55. And Type 2 diabetics lose 10 to 13 years off their lifetime. So forget the sodas theere are a lot more important things to worry about..
TIN
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