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Health Encyclopedia: Diabetes Diet Major Food Components In A Healthy Diabetic Diet

Major Food Components


Carbohydrates

Compared to fats and protein, carbohydrates have the greatest impact on blood sugar. Both the amount and type of carbohydrate affect blood glucose. Carbohydrate types are either complex (as in starches) or simple (as in fruits and sugars). One gram of carbohydrates equals four calories. The current general recommendation is that carbohydrates should provide between 40 - 65% of the daily caloric intake. Carbohydrate intake should not fall below 130 grams/day. Mos...

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Type 2 diabetes Diet: 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... Read more »
Diabetes Diet: Heart-Healthy Diets
Heart-Healthy DietsAlthough there are many major dietary approaches for protecting health, experts generally agree on the following recommendations for heart protection:Choose fiber-rich food (whole... 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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