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Diabetes: 20 Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Diabetics

  By Trina Remedios  posted Feb 2nd 2013 at 8:00AM IN | Avg Rating
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Diabetes: Lifestyle Tip for Diabetics #7

The nutritionist gets straightforward regarding a diabetic’s diet, “There is no special diabetic diet. Understanding portion size and learning to count carbohydrates will help you include many of your favourite foods in the diet.”

Even the nutritionist reinforces eating small portions in a day than three large meals, “Instead of eating three large meals, eat frequent, healthy smaller meals. This will help control your blood sugar.”

  • Test your glucose levels regularly
  • Eat right, especially at restaurants
  • Ensure friends and work colleagues know the danger signs
  • Always tell someone your plans for the day
  • Choose whole grains and cereals
  • Fruits are not a taboo for diabetics
  • There is no special diabetic diet
  • Never go on a carbohydrate free diet
  • Include MUFA and PUFA in the diet
  • Eat a well balanced diet at all times
  • Watch your weight
  • Exercise regularly
  • People with diabetes should exercise regularly for better blood sugar control
  • Is it okay for Diabetics to Consume Alcohol?
  • Diabetes Reversal
  • Importance of Dental Care for Diabetics
  • Diabetes and foot care
  • Steps to Healthy Feet
  • What is Gestational Diabetes?
  • How to treat Gestational Diabetes?

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