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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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Nutrition Information in Magazines

By David Mendosa , Health Expert

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Nutrition Sites & (Actually Useful) Food Tips

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...of biochemical metabolism to problems of obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease." But... Read more »

From Wild-Ass-Guesses to Educated Guestimates: Practical Pointers to Improve Your Carb Counts

By Amy Tenderich , Health Expert

Reprinted with permission of Amy Tenderich of DiabetesMine.com I met Hope Warshaw a couple of... Read more »

Diabetes & Exercise: Find Resources & Get Moving!

By Svati , Health Expert

...your health. Resources on nutrition, fitness, and diabetes control can be fascinating, and I... Read more »

ASK GINGER - There's so much to learn, but where/how can I learn it???

By Ginger Vieira , Health Expert

...more. To become and remain really active with diabetes, you've gotta understand how your body... Read more »

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Questions about Diabetes and Nutrition

I have a family history of Type 2 Diabetes, if I reduce my sugar intake will I reduce my chances of getting the disease? If you have not been diagnosed with Diabetes than your body is making... Read more »

Diabetes Diet: Diabetic Exchange Lists

...balance of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats throughout the day. Patients should meet with a dietician or diabetes nutrition expert for help in learning this approach.In developing a menu,... Read more »

Type 2 Diabetes: References

ReferencesAmerican Diabetes Association. Standards of medical care in diabetes -- 2006. Diabetes Care. 2006 Jan;29 Suppl 1:S4-42.Boulton AJ, Vileikyte L, Ragnarson-Tennvall G, Apelqvist J. The global... Read more »

Meet Ann Bartlett

...my childhood and into adulthood has made me a healthy, happy, vibrant human being! Even without diabetes, my life was not typical. My father was a pilot for TWA and school vacations were... Read more »

Diabetes Diet: Resources

www.diabetes.org -- American Diabetes Associationwww.niddk.nih.gov -- National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseaseswww.jdrf.org -- Juvenile Diabetes Research... Read more »

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