Proper Nutrition For The Diabetic
Diabetics can eat some sugar as long as it
is a part of a well-balanced diet. You just need to be very careful
about monitoring food content as some sugars are hidden.
A general rule of thumb when planning meals for a diabetic is to
have two to five choices (60 grams max) of carbohydrates, one
choice of protein and a small amount of fat.
The food you eat is connected to the amount of glucose in your
bloodstream. Making the right food choices will help you to control
your disease. There is no one diabetic diet to follow. Your doctor
will give you guidelines for you to follow when making food
choices. You may also be asked to visit with a dietician
experienced in diet requirements of the diabetic. The dietician can
give you sample diet plans to follow that may help you in deciding
what meals will be good for you to eat. Diabetics can have snacks
and tasty foods they just need to be careful about which foods they
select and to monitor how much carbohydrates, protein and fat they
consume on a daily basis.
Diabetics can eat some sugar as long as it is a part of a
well-balanced diet. You just need to be very careful about
monitoring food content as some sugars are hidden.
A general rule of thumb when planning meals for a diabetic is to
have two to five choices (60 grams max) of carbohydrates, one
choice of protein and a small amount of fat.
Carbohydrates are found in fruits, vegetables, and dairy
products, beans and in starchy foods such as breads. It is good to
eat more fresh fruit than canned fruit because canned fruit
contains juice or water that they are packed in. Be careful to
watch your condiment usage because condiments can contain
carbohydrates.
When you decide to lose weight your first step should be to speak with your doctor. Your doctor can give you healthy guidelines to losing weight successfully.
Exercise:
We all should exercise on a daily basis because when we exercise we help our bodies to digest food better. Exercise is any activity that gets you up and moving.
Sometimes the toughest part of exercising is taking that first step.
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Proteins are found in meats, poultry, fish, dairy products, and
also beans and certain vegetables. Try to eat more of the poultry
and fish and less of the red meat. Do not eat the skin from poultry
and trim any fat from your meat before preparing. When selecting
dairy products use the non-fat varieties and stay away from
mayonnaise-based dishes, egg yolks, bacon, and other high-fat dairy
products. Fat-free versions of food will often contain
carbohydrates or sugars so check the labels when making
purchases.
It is important to check your blood glucose level on a regular
basis so that you will know if it is low or high. Exercise can make
your blood sugar lower. If you check your blood glucose level and
find that it is low you can drink a fruit drink or a regular soda
and your sugar level should return to a higher level quickly.
If you notice that you are very thirsty, are urinating a lot, or
have blurred vision, your blood glucose level may be too high.
Check the blood level and contact your doctor for instructions.
Diabetes and Your Health
09/08/2010
Diabetes class to focus on care
A free educational program, "Diabetes Self-Care & Review," will be in The Bellevue Hospital's Conference Rooms A&B from 9 to 11 a.m. Sept. 18.
Diabetes class to focus on care
09/09/2010
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Canada (JDRF) to Open the Market
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Canada will open trading on Toronto Stock Exchange on Friday, September 10, at 9:30 a.m. in honour of the 22nd annual Toronto Ride for Diabetes Research campaign.
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Canada (JDRF) to Open the Market
09/08/2010
Diabetes might hinder cognition, study says
Type 2 diabetes is linked with a number of health problems, buta new study finds that older diabetics who have high bloodpressure, gait and balance problems or think their health is poormay be at higher risk for cognitive problems.
Diabetes might hinder cognition, study says
09/09/2010
Canadian Diabetes Association launches campaign to address burden of diabetes in New Brunswick
The Canadian Diabetes Association is urging candidates who are seeking office in the 2010 New Brunswick Provincial Election to take diabetes seriously by committing to a list of priorities that will help improve the lives of New Brunswickers who live with diabetes.
Canadian Diabetes Association launches campaign to address burden of diabetes in New Brunswick
09/08/2010
Diabetes on rise in Ontario, study shows
TORONTO - The Canadian Diabetes Association says if action isn't taken now, diabetes could cost Ontario $7 billion a year by 2020.
Diabetes on rise in Ontario, study shows
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