| Raisins are a great source of iron...also great little bundles of natural sugar...so remember to cut back on your normal amount.
In the beginning you will be finding out how many carbs stay under the radar and not raise (or spike) your glucose...above and beyond that will be excess.
For right now, things like raisins may be measured by counting out a few...not a total serving.
You may need to add different meds (Byetta?) and/or insulin. Sounds like about 30% of Type 2's are taking insulin for more flexible eating and better numbers...not a bad thing...just a new shift in treatment methods. It makes sense to me.
But first, try to see if you can tolerate small amounts of carbs...about 30 per meal. Then, adjust up or down...and meds. | 
