The American Diabetic Diet
December 6th, 2009 Posted in Diabetes
Diabetic Diet. Over 1 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year and over 200,000 deaths are attributed to the disease. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, or if you simply want to take better care of how you eat, it is to your benefit to follow the American Diabetic Diet in order to keep your diabetes under control.
Both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetics must learn to follow a diabetic diet plan in order to stay healthy. When following the right meal plan, such as the American Diabetic Diet, diabetic patients are able to effectively control their blood sugar without the need for medications.
The reason the American Diabetic Diet is so highly effective is because it comprises all food groups. The American Diabetic Diet plan recommends food high in mono unsaturated fats or polyunsaturated fats and low in saturated fats. Most of the calories recommended in the American Diabetic Diet come primarily from carbohydrates, second from fats, then from proteins.
The American Diabetic Diet is to be followed daily and carries the following recommendations:
-5 portions fresh fruit and vegetables (spinach, broccoli and carrots)
-6 portions whole grains (cereals, bread and pasta)
-2 portions (meat, fish or chicken)
-Dairy products (eggs, skim milk, non-fat cheese, yogurt even low-fat ice cream)
Everyone’s make-up is different, so too are their bodily requirements. Some require high calorie consumption. The American Diabetic Diet accommodates this group of people.
The American Diabetic Diet plan for the people requiring 1200-1600 calorie consumption includes:
-Three portions fruits and vegetables
-Two portions milk, yogurt and meat
-Three portions of fats
-Six portions of starches
The American Diabetic Diet plan for people requiring 1600-2000 calorie consumption includes:
-Three portions fruits
-Four portions vegetables
-Two portions milk, yogurt and meat
-Four portions of fats
-Eight portions of starches
The American Diabetic Diet plan for diabetic people requiring 2000-2400 calorie consumption include:
-Three portions fruits
-Four portions vegetables
-Two portions milk, yogurt and meat
-Five portions of fats
-Eleven portions of starches
Popular belief is that diabetic people are not to eat sweets. This is not always the case. The American Diabetic Diet recommends eating sweets but in limited amounts. It is important to eat low-calorie sweets or artificial sweeteners as a substitute for sugar.
The American Diabetic Diet plan is helpful not only for people suffering from diabetes, but for everyone. People who have diabetes have the same nutritional needs as everyone else. The need for regular exercise is also the same for those with diabetes as it is for those without.
Incorporating exercise and the American Diabetic Diet, along with individually prescribed medications, are essential for managing diabetes. By having a well-balanced diet and choosing the right types of foods, the diabetic can move their blood sugar back towards regular levels. Controlling blood glucose levels is the primary goal of the American Diabetic Diet.
Be healthy and live a longer, happier life through the American Diabetic Diet. Prior to implementing the American Diabetic Diet, please consult your health care physician.
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Help answer the question about diabetes diet
Can diabetes be controlled by diet and exercise alone for how many years?
have a question:
for how many years one can control diabetes by diet and exercise after it is confirmed. currently, i have type 2 with fasting glucose level early in the morning @ 96 .
3 months back it is 128 @ in the morning.
dont know for how many years it can be like this with good diet and exercise?
curious . any answers .
-bob
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By Rick on Dec 6, 2009
I am afraid you are mistaken. The American Diabetes Association specifically endorses a low-carb diet to improve type 2 control, see
http://forecast.diabetes.org/news/low-carb-diet-improves-type-2-diabetes-control
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By beadful_things on Dec 8, 2009
Use vegetable spray instead of oil, shortening, or butter.
Steam vegetables using a low-fat broth or water.
Season foods with herbs and spices, vinegar, lemon juice, or salsa.
Use low or sugar-free jams instead of butter or margarine.
Use low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese, or nonfat yoghurt.
Eat chicken or turkey without the skin.
Buy only lean meats and broil, roast, stir-fry or grill them.
Use canola or olive oil rather than vegetable oils.
Buy whole-grain breads and cereals.
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get up and way from the computer and start out by walking or doing something you know you'd enjoy doing that get's you up and out of the house….
My cousin is diabetic and he gets out and swims and runs and walks and does sports that help him stay in shape and have more engery to go on with life…. He's lost weight and feels better about himself….
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By me on Dec 9, 2009
For such a cimplicated diet, call your doctor and ask for a referral to a Registered Dietitian (R.D.) Your local large clinic or hospital should have one that can see you as an outpatient. They can break all this down for you in simple,easy-to-understand and easy-to-follow steps. And you'll enjoy the visit.
Otherwise, a diabetic diet should be inherently low cholesterol and low fat, IF you're dong it right.
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By Jackie on Dec 10, 2009
Annie….I really liked the information you have provided here about the importance of the A1C test, but remember this, tests are fallible to a degree. They are "Instrumental" at best. The only other problem here is, you lead the reader to think that maybe you are comparing the two scenarios, which after thinking about it, I am hoping that is NOT the case.
Think of the A1C as the reflection of "Work Done" as a diabetic. In other words see that the A1C shows the effort the patient has expended in terms of exercise, in the elimination of excess static sugars in the blood. Having said that, exercise for patients of Type I and Type II are equally beneficial.
It is equally beneficial to understand that the insulan production of a type I is usually too little or non-existant, hence the reliance on Insulin replacement therapy. So then the question is, how much exercise in comparison to static blood sugar and insulin infusion. There in lies the problem with type I's, concerning hypoglycemia or insulin shock. It is truly a difficult prospect to encure and then alleviate or at best manage. Unfortuneately, this then requires a higher level of "Proper Testing Protocol" throughout the day, everyday. Not just in terms of the pain issue, but in the term of the mundane routine. Typically, stellar adherence to proper protocol in testing is not within the grasp of most 9 year olds, again, I say in "most" 9 year olds. This then, becomes the weak link. And "Balance is then crucial".
I pray that the child Lisa does well, the future for her will depend on her adherance now. I am sure that you see the effects of Type I diabetes far outways those of the Type II, only in that of the differance of age.