Hello Andrew: 
Welcome!
Well, it doesn't matter at this point, what may have caused it. Sorry that you were dxd. You most likely have had it for years. Symptoms or not. Not everyone gets symptoms. Type 1's, yes.
I'm Glad that you have made changes to your Lifestyle. You've just added more years to your Life. Congrats! It would be Wonderful if everyone did that.
You could cut down on the amount of foods that you eat at each meal or go on the low-carb diet. Eat less fatty meats like chicken, fish and some eggs. Not processed. Preferrably, not fried. But if you must, then use extra virgin olive oil. If you don't already, take a daily cod liver oil capsule or 2(read the instructions).
If you drink, then drink less or quit. If you smoke, then quit. If you enjoy meditation continue to do so. If you don't have a pet, get one (if you like animals). They're Great therapy. Laugh daily....watch a comedy. Try not to stress out. If you get into more depression than you can stand....then get help for it. My younger Brother unfortunately, did not. Drink your water.
It depends on the Dr. He may just want you to continue with diet and exercise for a while to see how your numbers come out. If they continue to rise then he will put you on a medication. Test your sugars at home and keep a log of the results and amount and type of foods that you eat, the times, exercise and any illnesses. If you feel that you should be on a med., then discuss it with him.
Welcome!
Well, it doesn't matter at this point, what may have caused it. Sorry that you were dxd. You most likely have had it for years. Symptoms or not. Not everyone gets symptoms. Type 1's, yes.
I'm Glad that you have made changes to your Lifestyle. You've just added more years to your Life. Congrats! It would be Wonderful if everyone did that.
You could cut down on the amount of foods that you eat at each meal or go on the low-carb diet. Eat less fatty meats like chicken, fish and some eggs. Not processed. Preferrably, not fried. But if you must, then use extra virgin olive oil. If you don't already, take a daily cod liver oil capsule or 2(read the instructions).
If you drink, then drink less or quit. If you smoke, then quit. If you enjoy meditation continue to do so. If you don't have a pet, get one (if you like animals). They're Great therapy. Laugh daily....watch a comedy. Try not to stress out. If you get into more depression than you can stand....then get help for it. My younger Brother unfortunately, did not. Drink your water.
It depends on the Dr. He may just want you to continue with diet and exercise for a while to see how your numbers come out. If they continue to rise then he will put you on a medication. Test your sugars at home and keep a log of the results and amount and type of foods that you eat, the times, exercise and any illnesses. If you feel that you should be on a med., then discuss it with him.
