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Q: Diabetes diets…?
I see on Amazon.com like 5 different diets that promise to heal diabetes, I believe that is a huge claim, especially since the diets are all very different, you know one vegan, one low fat and high carb and another low carb and high protein…does anyone have experience with these type of diets.

Frankly low carb makes the most sense since it is insulin one is trying to control.

Is anyone aware of a website that compares all of these programs?

A: Hello my friend,
I have tried many different diets, all in an effort to control my blood sugar. The only one that I have great success with is the low carb diet.

When you eat any type of carbs, they turn into sugar in you blood stream.

Even a lot of low glycemic foods didn’t work for me (keep in mind that everyones system is different, it is best to experiment and measure your blood sugar, this will let you know exactly what you can eat).

Also, what I found out the hard way is that large meals (even low carb meals) made my blood sugar go up.

What I do is follow a low carb diet, keep the meals to a certain size and exercise.

Here is a sight that you might find useful:

http://www.diabetes911.net/index.php

There is a great book called Dr. Bastien’s Diabetes Solution. This book has been a life saver for me.

Dr. Bernstein has been a type l diabetic since he was around 9 or 10. He is now over 70 years old and is actively practicing medicine.

He found out how to control his blood sugar and became a doctor at the age of around 45.

When he was first diagnosed, his life expectancy was less than 40 years of age.

Even though he is a type l diabetic, the covers both type l & ll
diabetes in his book.

He even has a cook book now, with delicious recipes, that are easy to prepare.

I hope this helps.

Ollie G

http://www.df4u2.com

Q: does Cinnamon help in diabetes diets?
I was just wondering how cinnamon helped in a diabetic diet. i saw some type of cinnamon tablets in an diabetic isle.

A: This ordinary spice is rich in magnesium which is essential for certain enzyme functions and the biochemical processes of the body. By adding just a half a teaspoon in your daily diet can increase your glucose metabolism to help reduce your blood sugar levels. However, some people may require more than a half a teaspoon, it depends on the person. Give it 2-3 weeks and see what it will do for you and Type 2 diabetes, you may be pleasantly surprised.

There are many other health benefits that cinnamon offers your body, you can read more at this web page.

Good luck to you.

Q: Do people with different types of diabetes need different types of diets?
(There are 3 types of diabetes.) I need to know for a science project. When I research it they just have the same recipes for all types.

A: Although there are different causes (types) of diabetes, the one constant is that the pancreas does not produce enough of it’s own insulin to properly process what is eaten and results in high blood sugars. This happens in all forms. Therefore, the diet is the same regardless of what type, when it was developed and why. We’re treating the issue of high blood sugar.

Q: anyone who has diabetes and knows good diets and what to shop for?
well today i just found out i have diabetes. and im pregnant so that really is no good for my baby. but can someone else who has diabetes give me an example of a shopping list for people with diabetes cus i really want to follow through on eating right. not jsut for me but for the lil one inside of me.

A: All Wheat, everything Diet (diet is better for you than light if you read the labels), less sodium, and more fat free items.
Diabetes causes many other problems so if you have a lot of fat, sodium, and carbs your blood vessels can be damaged and you will have many other health problems.. Too much fat is bad for the heart.
It’s difficult!
Good Luck

Q: How can the use of low and high GL diets be used in diabetes treatment?
I’ve been reading about it please?

A: The GI index is just a way of working out how the food will affect your blood glucose level. High GI foods will cause a rapid rise in blood sugars and the drop afterwards. Low GI foods cause blood glucose levels to go up more slowly as they are absorbed and broken down slowly so they are better for diabetics. This type of food is things like most fruit and veg, wholegrain foods etc.

Q: Why are people who have high-fat diets at a higher risk of getting type 2 diabetes?
im doing a food tech assessment and i need to elaborate on this point. please help!

A: http://www.diabetes.org/diabetes-basics/type-2/

Q: what are some successful diets for diabetes 2?
for a senior with high blood pressure and gout too?

A: check out www.fifty50.com for info on low glycemic index, but more importantly, check out www.amazon.com and buy a used book for about $8 ($4 book, $4 shipping) that has recipes and info about why you should follow the low glycemic index if you have diabetes (or even if you dont).

The Good Carb Cookbook : Secrets of Eating Low on the Glycemic Index [BARGAIN PRICE] (Paperback) by sandra woodruff

read some of the 58 reviews and you will see why this book will help someone with diabetes. Good luck!

Q: What food contitutes a Diabetes diet?
As a 47 man who lives alone my doctor just advised me to take up a diet to prevent diabetes, he said my glucose level was 6.9 & I should cut sweet things out, along with pasta, potatoes, bread, eat more vegies than fruit, but as a basic Australian diet I dont eat any take away foods at all, I cook everything. I use healthy olive & canola oils for cooking what else can I do, is thier a web site that I could find diabetic friendly recipe’s? I tried google but that was as much help as hip pockets on a G’string! (a thong in USA) thanks for all the help.

A: Here are some websites with diabeties diet ideas and recipies you may like:

http://www.diabetes.org/nutrition-and-recipes/nutrition/overview.jsp

http://www.diabetic-recipes.com/

Q: What is the balance diets and necessary precautions to be taken for diabetes patients ?

A: The easiest thing you can do is to use carbohydrates sparingly. Carbs turn to sugarwhen it is absorbed in the blood stream. Even fruits and vegetables contain a certain amount pf natural sugar. The only known foods that do not contain any sugar are meats. But that doesn’t mean you should live on a meat diet. That could lead to heart desease and high colesterol. Here is a sample meal plan for you to follow:
Breakfast:
1 toast
cereal
egg
grits

Lunch
Tuna sandwhich
Half banana
juice or water

Snack
1 apple
or
half a sandwhich

Supper
half cup carrots
small baked potato
1 cup green beans
2 chicken legs

email me at phoenix2304@hotmail.com formore info

Q: i have diabetes and other health problems which calls for 3 different diets does anyone no of a free web site?
i need to find diets plans that will fit my situation that is free. please help.

A: http://www.sparkpeople.com
http://www.fitday.com
http://www.stayfit.com

http://www.nutritiondata.com

and if all else fails contact me for some more ideas.

Most problems can be met with low carb food plan then adjust from there.

Most of us have to live with low carb for our diabetes and heart healthy for our blood pressure the doctors assure us is not good even if it is in the normal range. What else? Coumedin?? not too much problem.

Q: How will be the weight gain in the women with gestational diabetes….?
I am about 33 weeks pregnant and was diagnosed gestational diabetes in my 28th week. Now I am controlling my sugar levels with the diet given by the doctor. I did not gain any weight since 4 weeks with this diet. My total weight gain in 33 weeks is 20 pounds. But I am worrying that did not gain any weight during these 4 weeks with Gest.Diabetes diet…Can somebody help me in this…?

A: if you are overweight, you don’t have to worry about not gaining weight during pregnancy if you’re following the gestational diabetic diet – the diet is taking off the fat, but your baby is still getting the nutrition it needs.

Q: 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

A: Theoretically, for the rest of your life. It’s all in the diet and keeping the fat off. As long as you don’t overwork your pancreas with excess refined carbohydrates and stay reasonably active, you’ll enjoy a normal life. I do, and I’m 56. I’ve been diabetic for 5 years, and struggled and struggled until I found this simple formula: http://www.geocities.com/seabulls69/Type_II_Diabetes.html

As far as that nonsense answer that it’s a progressive disease… yes it can be, if the patient is following the bozo doctor’s advice and continues the crappy diet and the sulfonylureas (and other drugs) which wear out your pancreas. Doctors have no interest in curing people… the medical industry at large would go bankrupt in a hurry if people followed a simple, nutritious diet and exercise plan instead of the usual junky food and pharmaceutical recommendations that abound. The answers are out there folks, you just won’t find them in your doctor’s office.

I searched and searched all over for alternative ideas when my doctor’s advice was to take more drugs. Once I stumbled on the obvious, (natural foods), the rest was easy.

Q: What is a good place to look for diabetes diet information?
Was just told have high sugar count and doc put me on some sugar something. Said it was type 2 what ever that means. I am not sure. Company doc and not a lot of time spent and was in sort of a shock. So where do I go for GOOD info?

A: national diabetes association

Q: Has anyone tried the Diabetes DTOUR diet? If so what did you think of it? Can you tell me more about it?
I don’t have diabetes but, according to questions I answered on the Prevention website this would be one of the diets that I could benefit from to lose weight and – especially – belly fat.

A: check out PCRM.ORG for more info

Q: Is it normal to lose weight on the gestational diabetes diet?
I lost 3 lbs in 4 days & this seems weird to me being 30 weeks pregnant. Did anyone lose weight while doing this diet?

A: I think because you have to follow a diabetic diet it is normal to loose weight. My daughter in law lost 35 lbs during the course of her pregnancy she looks and feels great !

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