| Mariwood,
It appears to me that you are making progress. I would consider 123 to be fine at bedtime. Although, last night at around 11, I was at 137. Due to severe thunderstorms my bedtime was delayed and around 12:30 this morning I began to feel 'low'. I tested and it was 64. Why did I drop so? I suspect my body reacted to the extreme weather.
I have had a number of overnight hypos during my 14 years of diabetes. I have never had anything that I consider severe, even with blood sugar in the low 40's. I normally wake up, realize what is happening and take care of it. Like last night, if I am low I find it difficult to go to sleep.
As I have stated in other threads, the moderate diet approach works for me, when combined with regular exercise and my insulin. Have I been successful? I think so. I haven't developed any complications. My last A1c was a 5.9. I normally wake with bs between 80 and 115. When I get a cut, it heals faster than many non-diabetics I know. My overall health is good and I maintain my weight well. Best of all, I feel good, physically and emotionally.
I actually believe that I am in better condition because of diabetes and my approach to it than I would be if I wasn't diabetic. So, as weird as it may sound: I am healthier because of diabetes.
As to your situation, keep at it since it appears to be working. As the cliche goes: 'Rome wasn't built in a day'. Be thankful for small improvements and don't sweat the minor setbacks. Set an overall goal and focus on it.
Keep us posted on your progress. One of the nifty things about Diabetesforums is the non-judgemental, support and encouragement that we offer to each other. We all, to one level or another, are dealing with similar issues. We are here for you.
Travis  | 
