Diabetes Mellitus: What are foods that a diabetic person can eat

what are foods that a diabetic person can eat?
dietary management of diabetes mellitus
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At meals the person should eat a protein the size of a deck of cards & 2 carbs...go to the glycemic index if you want to find the best foods. I was overwhelmed & found that my blood sugar stays balanced when I just make sure I have protein but eat small meals. I will have half an apple with peanut butter or a half banana with peanut butte at 9 am & 3 pm to keep me steady then if I am hungry at night I might have popcorn or a low carb yogurt..the main thing it so test things & see how the person feels. I believe I have allergies so I had to stop eating so many things but I have done extremely well now with small meals.
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Recommended Diabetic Food Intake: 1. Low Glycemic Index - doesn't create rapid peaks and troughs in blood glucose levels. 2. Complex high-fiber carbohydrates - Scientific evidence show that diet high in dietary fiber is protective against diabetes. Fiber is capable of slowing down the digestion and absorption of carbohydrate and increasing the sensitivity of tissues to insulin, thereby preventing rise s in blood sugar. It is advisable to restrict the intake of refined carbohydrates and avoid high fat foods. Example : Oats, cereals, legumes, wholegrain products, dried beans, peas, lentils, fruits, vegetables. 3. Alpha-lipoic acid - Is a vitamin like antioxidant that enhances the glucose uptake and improves diabetes nerves damage of diabetes patient. 4. Omega 3 - Protect against the hardening of arteries. Example : Cold water fish like salmon, tuna, mackerel, herring). 5. Omega 6 fatty acid - Protect against the development of diabetes neuropathy. Example : Blackcurrant oil, primrose oil, borage oil) 6. Artificial sweeteners - such as aspartame and saccharin. Restricted and to avoid : 1. Refined and simple carbohydrates - such as sucrose, glucose or fructose, white rice, white bread, table sugar, sweets, honey, corn-syrup. 2. High fat food. 3. Alcohol - Higher quantities alcohol can cause health problems like liver damage and increase the risk of heart disease. 4 High sodium food - such as salty fish.
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A diabetic can eat anything as long as it is in moderation. For more details you should see a dietitian.
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There is no one specific diet for diabetes, but people with diabetes should follow the following nutrition guidelines: Eat more starches such as bread, cereal, and starchy vegetables Add cooked black beans, corn or garbanzo beans to salads or casseroles Keep away from carbohydrates Eat five fruits and vegetables every day - Soluble fibers are found mainly in fruits, vegetables and some seeds Diabetic person should make life style changes. It will take a while to learn how to adjust to the changes in your diet and lifestyle. However, with regular practice and help, you can have a satisfying diet and keep your blood sugar under control, too.

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Monday, October 24, 2011

What are foods that a diabetic person can eat