I just can’t see how someone’s diabetes is under control if they aren’t under a regular doctor’s care and aren’t getting the standard tests.
Is Diet-Controlled Diabetes Really Controlled?
Some patients with type 2 diabetes are able to achieve good glycemic control with diet and exercise alone. However, for many patients, the term “diet-controlled” suggests more optimism than science. Physicians should heed this study’s findings and confirm that, in patients whom they are treating without medication, diabetes truly is well controlled, and they should monitor such patients adequately.