An A1c of 8.3% indicates an average blood sugar of ~192 mg/dl. Loose the weight as the doctor suggests, consume a better diet, exercise and get the blood glucose readings and average down to below 140 mg/dl (100-120 would be great) and I guarantee that you will feel much better.
Self education is one of the keys to successful management of your diabetes, along with a healthy / sensible diet and exercise. Basically, diabetes requires a life-style change for the better. A diabetes diet is not about restrictions - it's how everyone should eat - lean proteins, low fat, unprocessed carbs from fruits and vegetables and plenty of exercise. Good luck with your control and management.
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Regards;
Danny 
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