| What is it and how can I lose weight with diabetes? If | | | | non-diabetics - eat healthily, always. |
| you have children, you should know Type I diabetes | | | | Start with starch |
| (insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus) usually strikes | | | | The American Diabetes Association now |
| people younger than 35, typically appearing | | | | acknowledges that the overall amount of |
| dramatically in children and adolescents. It affects 10 | | | | carbohydrates eaten during the day (and the correct |
| percent of diabetics and is usually triggered by a virus | | | | portion size) is what matters, not the source. Regular |
| or auto immune system that destroys the body's | | | | meals, each with a similar amount of starch, will help |
| insulin-producing cells, allowing glucose in the | | | | control blood sugars. Best choices include whole-wheat |
| bloodstream to increase and upset blood sugar levels, | | | | or rye bread, pasta, couscous and brown rice - all are |
| resulting in hyperglycemia (too much glucose). Type I | | | | low GI (Glycaemic Index) foods, meaning they help |
| diabetics produce no insulin at all and require insulin | | | | control blood sugar levels and appetite. |
| injections to manage blood sugars and maintain good | | | | Eat plenty of vegetables and fruit |
| health. | | | | Fruit and veggies have countless health benefits and |
| Type 2 diabetes(non-insulin-dependent diabetes | | | | are an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and fibre. |
| mellitus) primarily affects people over 40 ,although we | | | | Vegetable pasta, a fruity green salad, or basmati rice |
| are seeing younger, obese people succumb, usually | | | | with sun-dried tomatoes are always to make 'five a |
| develops slowly and accounts for about 90% of all | | | | day' easy to achieve. |
| diabetes cases. The body still produces some insulin - | | | | Load up on dry beans, peas, lentils and soya |
| but either the insulin isn't enough or the body doesn't | | | | Legumes are high fibre. low fat and inexpensive - not |
| respond correctly. Type 2 diabetes is caused by | | | | to mention a tasty alternative to red meat. They can |
| obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. | | | | also help control blood sugars. Enjoy chicken, fish, |
| Symptoms you should never ignore: | | | | meat, eggs and milk. |
| - Excessive urination | | | | Diabetics with normal renal function don't have to |
| - Excessive thirst and/or hunger | | | | modify their protein intake - they can eat small portions |
| - Blurred vision | | | | of these foods every day. Opt for low fat/fat free |
| - Weakness, fatigue and irritability | | | | dairy products and remove all fat from meat and skin |
| - Circulation problems such as tingling or numbness in | | | | from chicken. |
| legs. feet or fingers | | | | Eat fats Sparingly |
| - Slow healing of cuts (especially on the feet) | | | | Research has shown that low fat diets when |
| - Frequent infections | | | | maintained long-term contribute to modest weight loss |
| - Itchy skin | | | | - advisable for anyone with diabetes. |
| 7 Tips on how to lose weight with diabetes | | | | Cut out Alcohol |
| Can a healthy lifestyle help? | | | | This is a must for any one trying to lose weight with |
| Yes! Being diagnosed with diabetes isn't a good | | | | diabetes. |
| enough reason to stop living! But you'll have to make | | | | Exercise: |
| some lifestyle changes if you care about your health - | | | | It protects against the long-term health risks associated |
| starting with your diet. The dietary guidelines for | | | | with diabetes, such as heart disease, obesity and |
| someone with diabetes are basically the same as for | | | | stroke, and helps manage blood sugars. |