Hi Tbear, I don't have diabetes but I do have Impaired Glucose Tolerance which can lead to diabetes. My mum and dad and mums 2 sisters have/had diabetes. I had to change my diet 2 years ago to low fat (for my cholesterol) and low sugar. I don't eat any sweets, chocolates, cakes etc and haven't for over 2 years now. Drinks need to be reduced sugar - it can be awkward if shops dont keep the kind of things I eat or drink, sometimes I end up just drinking water when I'm out!!! I praise the Lord this was found out when it was, otherwise there is a good chance I would be diabetic now. Through this new eating plan I lost 56 lbs, still need to lose some more though!!!