I have been a diabetic for 3-1/2 years and have only lost 15 pounds during that time even though I walk three miles a day six days a week and eat an 1800 calorie ADA diet of 35-40 carbs a day. What do I need to do to lose at least 15 more pounds?
Q: what is the minimum amount of grams of sugar on an 1800 calorie ADA diet should a diabetic have?
Answers (3)
11/16/08 12:26pm
Rhonda-
Hello! I am not actually sure what the ADA recommends for sugar intake. I am a diabetic also and I try to stay away from anything that as more than 10-12 grams of sugar per serving. To me carbs is the most important thing to have a handle on. I think your doing a great job. Your shedding weight the correct way (diet and exercise). The first few pounds come off a lot fast than the last 15 pounds
. Be patient and you'll shed the rest. Keep up the good work.
Cherise
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5/28/09 6:27pm
How about none. Carbs are turned into sugar in your body, that's plenty.
A few (as in 3 or 4) a day is ok, if your sugar level is good. It's empty calories, the biggest problem with me is fruit, I want all the fruit but there's too much natural sugar in things like peaches and cherries.
10/27/09 12:44pm
Have your metabolism checked. ever live in San Angelo?
Harry D
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