I cut out sugar at the beginning of last year, after being warned I was insulin resistant. I too have a strong family history of type 2 diabetes. This involved cutting down on foods with high carb content and natural sugars, only 2 pieces of fruit per day and with meals only. No snacking. I was slim-ish, BMI weight was fine, but I had no waist, tyre round middle, but narrow hips. Apparently, this put me at as great a risk of having diabetes as if I was obese. I lost weight, very quickly, 11/2sts within a few weeks and some menopausal symptoms were relieved, but I had started HRT. However, I developed gall stones, and I suspect the rapid weight loss a major contributing factor. Then I couldn't keep the weight on, so relaxed the low sugar regime. Now, having parted company with my gall bladder, I maintain my ideal weight by having some naughty treats, but overall keeping to a low sugar diet. I avoid buying sugar laden stuff. If it's there, I will eat it! Maybe gradually, cutting down is a better way to go, but I'm an all or nothing girl.
