Ah, a fresh start – a new year with so many things to accomplish. I’m going to resist the urge to over commit to too many resolutions that I know are beyond my grasp. I will go with a few that I know are attainable. The top three for 2009 are:
- A1c constantly in the sixes
- Cut back on caffeine
- Drink more water
Notice I said “cut back” and not eliminate the caffeine. Right now I drink an energy drink every morning that houses ’bout 200 mg of caffeine. After that jolt, I probably drink another 4-5 12oz cans of diet soda. My drink of choice is Diet Mt. Dew. I admit it, I am completely addicted.
My daily water (straight water) consumption is probably about 8 oz, unless you count a few mouthfuls when I brush my teeth in the morning and at night. Not good, huh.
The A1c goal is a no-brainer. My goal has always been to consistently be in the sixes. The only catch is to accomplish this goal in a safe way. I don’t want to even out the 200s by mixing in a lot of 40s just to bring the average down. That is very dangerous and risky. What do you want to accomplish in ‘09?
I hope you have a safe and happy New Year!
Tony
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