Good luck Mama S with your health push! Glad to hear your diabetes was brought back under control quickly. My dad has diabetes (he's 69 and was diagnosed a few years ago). I am trying to get him to limit carbs to under 50 g a day. I think it would help. You find that calorie limitation is essential? He has it somewhat under control and doesn't take insulin, but his numbers are still higher than they should be (maybe 120s?).

I am having a hard time giving up soy--I did for awhile but have started eating it again. It's a tasty protein source! I do need to watch it due to borderline thyroid problems.