i want to be there for my grandbaby

Ok,  for years I have watched the females in my family struggle with weight issues and diabetes. I have been lucky always a small petite female.  Well now I am in my mid 40's and am struggling. Five years ago I had emergency galdbladder surgery and almost died from infections. Consequently, my pancreas was infected which affects my ability to control my sugar absortion. I now have a beautiful 2 1/2 year old granddaughter and wish to be healthy and have energy to run after her...