In addition to diabetic education my doctor also sent me to see a diabetic dietician to advise me about controling my diabetis via diet choices. To help with weight loss I also saw a regular dietician, the things I learned from her were instrumental in being able to lose 50# and maintain that weight loss for a couple of years now. I am plateaued at the same weight for the last six months now but remain confident that I will be able to lose the last ten pound to achieve my goal.