I don't remember ever being happy inside a doctor's office. I mean, if I'm miserable it's only because I'm feeling sick and crummy to begin with. Otherwise, I'm usually not anxious or nervous when I have a doctor's appointment (especially with my doctor because I truly love her). I figure that if I'm there I can only get better. I'm absolutely thrilled when there's a good selection of magazines to read; when I'm engrossed in an article then I don't even mind waiting for my turn.
But this time I was really happy. Jump-for-joy happy. My doctor sounded excited, too. She said:
I've lost 15 lbs. since May. My blood pressure's normal (it's on the low side apparently -- which is normal for me anyway). My cholesterol levels and kidney functions are excellent. Here's the best part: my prescribed goal since being diagnosed with diabetes was to achieve a glycohemoglobin test result of less than 6.8 percent. I'm now at 6.5.
She said all my test results came out great and that I should keep doing what I've been doing. I've decided not to follow her advice exactly, though. I've decided that I want to do even more, I want to shoot for even better. I want to be really, really healthy and not have to worry about going blind or having my organs shut down on me one by one as I get older.
And just as icing on my (sugar-free) cake: my pant size is now finally smaller than my shoe size. And my shoe size, unexpectedly, is now also smaller. I always said I wasn't a numbers person. But all these numbers I like; I like them very much indeed.
Hey Gigi! Those are definitely numbers to be happy about! Although I didn't realise you're diabetic...but great to hear you are on tiptop shape!
Lost 15 lbs??? whoa...atta girl!
I am SURE I left a comment over the new year on one of your new year posts...but it's NOT THERE!!! grrrr....
Anyway once more, yay for the fantastic numbers!
Posted by: Nunu's Mum | January 27, 2008 at 10:38 AM
15 pounds les. wow, that's really great. most important is your A1C of 6.5 - this means you've really been consistently good at your diet and exercise.
if you can lower it to below 6, that would really be excellent and a great goal to have for 2008.
from one diabetic to another - congratulations kapitbahay. keep it up. perhaps one day, i will see you running with me up and down lake forest and foothill ranch.
Posted by: BatJay, Ang Dating Hippopotamus | January 27, 2008 at 11:41 AM
I'm happy for you! =) I can feel your excitement. =)
Posted by: pao | January 27, 2008 at 07:57 PM
I think I found a third of what you lost. Why? Is coffee fattening? Is being anti-GMA cholesterolic?
Posted by: frankie | January 28, 2008 at 05:14 AM
wonderful gigi! 15 lbs is something major to rejoice over :) here's to another 15? shucks. talagang magpapalit ka na ng career nyan!
Posted by: cathy | January 28, 2008 at 06:38 AM
Hey, that's really great news! Sarap makatanggap ng ganyang balita no? My nos. were also great the last time I went for my labs. And for a couple of weeks now I've been working out in the gym (I hate the cold so I can't do the outdoors like Papa does). Now I'm up for another set of lab works and I'm keeping my fingers crossed.Congratulations Gigi!
Posted by: Jet | January 28, 2008 at 04:51 PM
So, sobrang sexy mo na! Can't wait to see you when you visit!!! Dont worry, we can go to Rem's Resto "Piquant" where they only serve healthy and low fat food. Wouldn't want to waste all the hard work you put into losing 15 lbs. By the way, does this mean you will be making a wardrobe overhaul now that you've dropped several sizes? How cool!
Posted by: Leah | February 02, 2008 at 07:24 AM
Nunu's Mom - Thanks! My goal now is during my next trip back home, to (finally) visit Bora -- hang out at your new fab place and dare to wear a swimsuit at the beach. Ha!
KB - Maybe I'll be speedwalking as you run for now...but maybe I'll be able to keep up with you soon. :)
Pao - Thanks :) For a while there it seemed like nothing was happening, but I kept positive and patient, and then I started seeing results. So I've kept the faith.
Frankie - Naku, siguro kasi frustration causes stress. Stress leads to sleeplessness -- which then leads to weight gain. Buti nalang wala ako doon...I read the news lang at nagigigil na ako.
Cathy - I'm shooting for 15-20, but over the span of the next two years. But as long as I get to a point where I can get off my medication and maintain normal blood sugar levels, the actual number's insignificant.The vanity part of this process is really just icing. :)
Jet - Wow! I'd love to join you at the gym. I'm keeping my fingers crossed for you, too. Miss you na!
Leah - Ay sus, since I last saw you I've lost only about 5 lbs. I think. So you probably won't even notice! But yes, the bulk of my wardrobe has now gone vintage...not because I'm Hollywood-cool but because the only bottoms that fit me now are stuff I had from years and years ago!
Posted by: Gigi | February 03, 2008 at 11:21 AM
Hey G, you are looking great! we have to catch up. Got diagnosed with diabetes too just last month. Working on my carbs and I hope to get a 6.5 or better too. g
Posted by: gary | March 24, 2008 at 07:36 PM
Gar - REALLY??? You know, if there's anyone who's going to research the heck out of this disease and commit to beating it, it's you. I've been slipping a bit so I need to refocus. I'm sad we're in the same boat, but happy I have you in my corner. As you will ALWAYS have me in yours. :) Take care, sweetie! Let's see each other soon...over a salad meal perhaps?
Posted by: Gigi | March 27, 2008 at 12:45 AM