The Best Diet for Diabetes
Contrary to popular belief, a diabetic diet is also extremely healthy for everyone. In today's world, obesity has become an epidemic. It is also the number one risk factor for the onset of diabetes. Adopting this healthy diet whether you have diabetes or not can improve your health and help you in the fight against diabetes.
With daily life being subjected to fast food and larger sizes, it is no wonder that the food we eat and lifestyle we live contribute heavily to diabetes and heart disease. So it is only logical to think that adopting a healthier diet could greatly decrease the impact of these deadly diseases.
What foods are in a diabetic diet?
A diet rich in fresh fruits, green and colorful vegetables, whole grains such as cereal and pasta and lean meats such as fish and poultry are recommended to diabetic patients. All foods contain carbohydrates which the body requires for energy production; however it also increases glucose levels which is why it is imperative that diabetics monitor their carbohydrate intake as well as the time of day they are indulged in. For this reason, all patients with diabetes should eat their meals and coordinate their insulin injections for the same time everyday.
Fruits: Fresh fruits are cholesterol free, low in fat, sodium and calories. These delicious treats are also high in fiber and offer daily vitamins and nutrients as well as providing the body with cancer fighting antioxidants.
Vegetables: Raw and fresh vegetables are another healthy way to give the body certain things it needs such as folate, potassium, fiber and vitamins A and C. If these crunchy colorful delectables are combined with other high fiber foods, they can also assist in warding off other serious and chronic illnesses.
Whole Grains: Are excellent sources of fiber and other natural nutrients that help keep the digestive system functioning regularly.
Dairy Products: Drinking 2-3 servings per day of low fat or skim milk lowers fat intake and provides calcium, potassium, and vitamins.
Meats: Any lean meat such as fish, chicken or turkey is recommended. The Mediterranean diet suggests that eating red meat once a month is the healthiest things you can do for your body. Limiting the amount of red meat in your diet can be very beneficial as it is harder to digest and remains in the digestive system much longer than lean meats.
To get healthy and remain that way starts with a diet that is low in fat and cholesterol, and high in fiber. Seafood is great, but is known to be high in cholesterol, such as lobster and shrimp. Liver also has high cholesterol content and should not be eaten by those who have elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Following a healthy diet along with regular checks of your blood pressure and glucose levels can assist in fighting off many diseases. Having a harmonious balance among these factors battles against neuropathy, kidney failure, heart failure and cardiovascular disease and ensures a longer, healthier life. - 17268
With daily life being subjected to fast food and larger sizes, it is no wonder that the food we eat and lifestyle we live contribute heavily to diabetes and heart disease. So it is only logical to think that adopting a healthier diet could greatly decrease the impact of these deadly diseases.
What foods are in a diabetic diet?
A diet rich in fresh fruits, green and colorful vegetables, whole grains such as cereal and pasta and lean meats such as fish and poultry are recommended to diabetic patients. All foods contain carbohydrates which the body requires for energy production; however it also increases glucose levels which is why it is imperative that diabetics monitor their carbohydrate intake as well as the time of day they are indulged in. For this reason, all patients with diabetes should eat their meals and coordinate their insulin injections for the same time everyday.
Fruits: Fresh fruits are cholesterol free, low in fat, sodium and calories. These delicious treats are also high in fiber and offer daily vitamins and nutrients as well as providing the body with cancer fighting antioxidants.
Vegetables: Raw and fresh vegetables are another healthy way to give the body certain things it needs such as folate, potassium, fiber and vitamins A and C. If these crunchy colorful delectables are combined with other high fiber foods, they can also assist in warding off other serious and chronic illnesses.
Whole Grains: Are excellent sources of fiber and other natural nutrients that help keep the digestive system functioning regularly.
Dairy Products: Drinking 2-3 servings per day of low fat or skim milk lowers fat intake and provides calcium, potassium, and vitamins.
Meats: Any lean meat such as fish, chicken or turkey is recommended. The Mediterranean diet suggests that eating red meat once a month is the healthiest things you can do for your body. Limiting the amount of red meat in your diet can be very beneficial as it is harder to digest and remains in the digestive system much longer than lean meats.
To get healthy and remain that way starts with a diet that is low in fat and cholesterol, and high in fiber. Seafood is great, but is known to be high in cholesterol, such as lobster and shrimp. Liver also has high cholesterol content and should not be eaten by those who have elevated cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
Following a healthy diet along with regular checks of your blood pressure and glucose levels can assist in fighting off many diseases. Having a harmonious balance among these factors battles against neuropathy, kidney failure, heart failure and cardiovascular disease and ensures a longer, healthier life. - 17268
About the Author:
Barb Hicks is a Licensed Registered Nurse who loves to write and share. She has an online classroom at Clivir.com where she shares her knowledge about Diabetes Cure and Early Symptoms of Diabetes.
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