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Health Encyclopedia: Type 2 Diabetes Diet Lifestyle Changes

Lifestyle Changes

A simple heart-healthy diet with weight control and exercise may be sufficient for some people with type 2 diabetes. Some patients may be able to control their blood sugar with lifestyle measures and not need medication. Even for patients who do need to take drugs, lifestyle plays an essential role in controlling diabetes. Lifestyle changes can be difficult to initiate and sustain, however. Patients should surround themselves with a solid network of doctors, dietitians, family, ...

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Diabetes Diet: General Dietary Guidelines

...Exchange Lists (for maintaining a proper balance of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins throughout the day)Carbohydrate Counting (for tracking the number of grams of carbohydrates consumed each... Read more »

Diabetes Diet: Weight Control for Type 2 Diabetes

...1 to 2 pounds per week. Most patients should follow a diet that supplies at least 1,000 1,200 kcal/day for women and 1,200 1,600 kcal/day for men.Even modest weight loss can reduce the risk... Read more »

Type 1 Diabetes

...This reduces stress on the ulcers and allows them to heal.Shoes should be changed often during the day.Wear socks, particularly with extra padding (which can be specially purchased).Patients... Read more »

Diabetes Diet: Introduction

The two major forms of diabetes are type 1, previously called insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) or juvenile-onset diabetes, and type 2, previously called non-insulin-dependent... Read more »

Diabetes Diet: Heart-Healthy Diets

...products, fish, legumes, skinless poultry, and lean means.Limit cholesterol intake to less than 200 mg per day.Maintain healthy body weight and a healthy level of physical fitness.Mediterranean... Read more »

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