This year Randy
Jackson will celebrate ten years of living with diabetes.? In an
interview with Diabetes Forecast, the consumer magazine of the
American Diabetes Association, the American Idol judge and
Grammy-award winner shares his story of being diagnosed with
diabetes, the hurdles he faced, and the path he chose toward better
health.
Jackson, who was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in 1999, was shocked
when he learned that he had a chronic disease.? "They were sneaky
symptoms," he says.? "Of course, I didn't take into consideration
that a history of type 2 diabetes ran in my family, because you
always think that happens to somebody else, not you."? But soon after
his diagnosis, Jackson took charge.? He turned his diet around from
the "Southern-fried" foods he was accustomed to, began to exercise
regularly, and after much careful consideration, had gastric bypass
surgery.? As a result of these changes, Jackson has set out to talk
to people about lifestyle changes that can prevent diabetes and its
complications.
"I still check my blood sugar three or four times a day," Jackson
comments. "I have to surround myself with healthy alternatives -- in
the office, studio, on set, whatever -- so I'm not reaching for
something bad, because the habits are still there, I grew up with
them."? Jackson has written a new book about his experience with type
2 diabetes that discusses the psychological aspects of weight loss,
which he feels are more important that people normally realize.
"I've been on 80 million diets, lost a bunch of weight and gained it
all back," he states.? "There's more going on here than just food."
Jackson has seen multiple successes in achieving better health as
well as his professional career.? Between managing his diabetes,
sitting at the judges' table on American Idol, producing "America's
Best Dance Crew," and publishing a memoir, he has accomplished a lot
since his diagnosis, making many personal changes while building on
his career.? "It's like I say in [my] book: 'An old dawg can learn
new tricks!'"
Also in the February issue:
Update on glucose control and heart health: Last year a number of
major studies were published to look at the connections between
cardiovascular health and controlling cholesterol, blood pressure and
blood glucose in people with type 2 diabetes.? Some of the initial
results have been confusing, but Diabetes Forecast offers a few key
points to help you and your heart.
In addition, this issue of Diabetes Forecast brings you stories
about:
A to Z of Omega-3 -- Why this fatty acid is a must for good health.
Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Before it Starts -- learn what you or a
loved one can do to treat pre-diabetes.
? Getting to Know Your Roots
-- new winter recipes that take advantage of nutrient- and
flavor-rich root vegetables.
Diabetes Forecast has been America's leading diabetes magazine for 60
years, offering the latest news on diabetes research and treatment to
provide information, inspiration, and support to people with
diabetes.
The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the
deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by
diabetes.? The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage
diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides
objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied
their rights because of diabetes.? Founded in 1940, its mission is to
prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people
affected by diabetes.? For more information, please call the American
Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or visit
diabetes.?
American Diabetes Association
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