Diet for diabetics
If you have diabetes then watching your waistline is key to protecting your future health. Every person with diabetes has individual needs so your GP should refer you to see a dietician as soon as possible after your diagnosis. But, in general, people with diabetes should eat the same diet that is recommended for everyone - one that is low in fat, salt and sugar, includes starchy carbohydrates, lean protein and plenty of fruit and vegetables.
What is it?
Diabetes is a condition where your body can't use glucose (sugar) properly. There are two main types of diabetes, Type 1 and Type 2. With Type 1, the body doesn't produce any of the hormone insulin that helps regulate how much glucose is in the blood. This type usually develops before the age of 40 and is treated with insulin injections, diet and physical activity.
With Type 2, not enough insulin is produced or the insulin that is produced doesn't work properly. Traditionally, Type 2 diabetes was only seen in people over 40 but due to increasing levels of obesity, it is now appearing in younger people. Type 2 diabetes is treated with diet and physical activity with the addition of pills or insulin as the condition progresses.
What you eat is an extremely important part of managing both types of diabetes. If you have diabetes, it's vital to keep your weight under control so a healthy diet, together with regular exercise, will help you do that too.
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zacharia Yacob, about 1 year
I have been a Diabetic type 2,for over 3 years,I exercise and walk 3 km a day and try and watch my diet,you suggest plenty of fruits and vegetables,and I love both,specially fruits,ie,mango,apple,banana,and oranges. However whenever I eat this fruits up goes my blood sugar level. What is your advice? I do take Diolin and metaformin tablets, I lost lots of weight specially around my belly.
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Report this commentEnid Chelley, about 1 year
Well i must say thank you very much this site is the best i've been on and its so helpfull in so many ways, not just for Diabetes, as i am a DIABETIC with type 2, i know i got to follow a SPECIAL DIET!! but theres nothing wrong with trying out different recipes as i've tried other websites for good healthy food for us diabetics, but havent found anything as good as 'GOODTOKNOW'. Well done & keep up the good work! Enid x
Report this commentRosemary Lloyd, about 1 year
I have type 1 Diabetics and I haven't seen a Dietician should I have done. My blood count was 25 at first but it is down to 7
Report this commentMillicent Campbell, about 1 year
I AM DIABETIC WITH TYPE 2 I NEED A SPECIAL DIET AS MY STOMACH IS SO BIG I NEED TO GET RID OF THE SIZE.THANK YOU.
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Report this commentG Pickford, over 2 years
You're diets for diabetics are all for adults no kids diets after all what kids love to eat
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Edera Ener, about 1 month
I am a diabetic’s type 2 for 11 months. I am taking 1 dioline and half metformine every morning. Could you please suggest me list of food which are convenient or not?
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