You need nutrients in appropriate amounts to live in a healthy manner. – Carbohydrate: 50–60% of total calories– Protein: Approximately 15–20%– Total fat: 25–35%– Saturated fat: Less than 7% If you also have high cholesterol, your doctor probably will recommend something called the TLC (therapeutic lifestyle changes) plan. The goal is to lower your cholesterol…...
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The Mediterranean diet is a way of eating that emphasizes fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains, and it includes less ultra-processed foods and meat than a typical Western diet. The Mediterranean diet emphasizes: – Eating primarily plant-based foods, such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts– Replacing butter with healthy fats such as olive oil…...
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Nutrition is an important aspect of the life of a diabetic. Key consideration has to be given to their nutrition goals. The following list provides some of the recommended intakes. CARBOHYDRATES: Recommended Intake;The percent of energy from carbohydrates indicated for people with diabetes depends on individual preference, diabetes medication, and weight management goals. The recommendeddietary…...
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The American Diabetes Association recommends avocados as a healthy source of monounsaturated fats. Avocados are one of the best food sources of oleic fatty acids, with around 13 grams per cup of the fruit. These omega -9 fats are especially recommended for diabetics as they have been shown to lower LDL cholesterol levels without reducing…...
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These are portable electronic blood glucose meters used at hospitals and by persons with diabetes who test themselves at home. We have GlucoNova Glucometer which comes complete with Lancing device with disposable lancets which help to obtain blood drop with minimal pain experience. The depth of the prick is adjusted depending on the skin thickness…....
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Diabetic foot ulcers are the most common nontraumatic causes of lower extremity amputations. Research and clinical evidence have shown that proper footwear and therapeutic foot orthotics could help in preventing such amputations. These devices protect the insensitive foot from unnoticed trauma and excessive plantar pressures that occur during walking. A diabetic foot ulcer is an…...
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Pre-diabetes is a condition where blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. A person with pre-diabetes has either impaired fasting glucose (IFG) or impaired glucose tolerance (IGT). Although pre-diabetes is not a type of diabetes, if youhave it, you are more likely to get diabetes. Many…...
Hemoglobin is a protein inside red blood cells. Hemoglobin carries oxygen from the lungs to all the cells of the body. Like other proteins, hemoglobin can join with sugars, such as glucose. When this happens, it becomes glycated hemoglobin, referred to as A1C or glycohemoglobin (or sometimes as HbA1c). The more glucose there is in…...
Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose get inside your body’s cells. Your cells use glucose for energy. Insulin is made in the pancreas. Your pancreas lies behind your stomach. If you have type 1 diabetes, your pancreas no longer makes insulin, or it makes only a tiny amount. That’s why you need to take…...
