[Randiman1]

Maybe your Family doctor is confused about diabetes...trust me I have dealt with my fare share of doctors and hospitals that knew nothing about the disease. I have always heard that Atkins is great for type 2 diabetics, and even praised by most doctors, however Type 1s are strongly urged not to partake in Atkins. The first time I did Atkins and lost a lot my endo ripped into me so bad that it scared me to tell him. I have gone through several Endos since and they all have said the same thing. Something about extreme low carbs is hard on the kidneys and type 1s already have to watch their kidneys, b/c they are prone to kidney problems w/o the added stress.

Maybe you should ask around, or better yet you make up your own folder about Atkins and how well it helps to treat and lower BS. Show your doctor that yes he is a doctor, but there are other methods out there, and just b/c he doesn't agree with, or most likely understand, then that is no reason to hinder you. I have found that older Doctors are very set in their ways and don't want to be "educated" on a new technology, where the younger ones will suggest or at least look into it.

I am sorry for all of the tangents, but I have been through several experiences and several doctors w/ my disease and I have found that just because they went to school to be a doctor doesn't mean they know everything.

Hope you have a great weekend!