Diabetes and Nutrition

Blood Glucose:

Blood glucose is the amount of sugar found in your blood and produces the bodys energy. The types of food and amounts of food you consume regulate your blood sugar levels. It does not matter which type of Diabetes you have, 1 or 2, you still need to monitor your diet on a daily basis. You must keep your blood glucose levels stable in order to avoid more serious problems associated with the disease. If you consume too many unhealthy foods for a long period of time your levels will become elevated which can cause eye, kidney and a host of other problems.

If you are on medication for your Diabetes you must monitor your blood glucose levels to insure that you do not experience extreme rises or falls. Hypoglycemia is the term used when your levels drop dramatically.

You should be aware to these symptoms:
Feeling weak or dizzy
Perfuse sweating
Change in heart rhythm
Intense hunger
Disorientation

If you feel any of these symptoms check your blood sugar immediately. If it is below 70 consume one of the following food items.

2 or 3 glucose tablets
1/2 cup (4 ounces) of any fruit juice
1/2 cup (4 ounces) of a regular (not diet) soft drink
1 cup (8 ounces) of milk
5 or 6 pieces of hard candy
1 or 2 teaspoons of sugar or honey
Test your sugar levels again after 15 minutes. Once your level has stabilized eat a healthy snack.

Always carry hard candy or glucose tablets with you, and it is a very good idea to have an emergency bracelet or necklace for identification purposes.

Diabetic Diet:

When the USDA released the new version of the Food Pyramid, it included many options to help Diabetics make healthier food choices.

Grains 6 oz per day, half of your daily intake of grains should come from a whole grain source. Eat a least 3 oz. of whole-grain cereals, pastas, breads, crackers, and rice.

Vegetables 2 one-half cups per day, mix up the color, flavor and texture of the vegetables you eat. Try to eat more carrots, broccoli, spinach and green leafy vegetables. Also, carrots, sweet potatoes, yams, dry beans and lentils.

Fruits 2 cups everyday, stay away from fruit juices and fruit substitutes, add variety to your diet by eating fresh, frozen or canned fruits.

Milk and Milk Products Drink 3 cups of low-fat or fat-free milk, or cheese, yogurt and other milk products.

Meat and Meat Products Choose 5 one-half ounces of lean and low-fat meats, broiled, grilled or baked in order to lessen the calories. Add variety eat nuts, seeds, beans and other meat products.

RDA's are based on a 2000 Calorie Diet, but because Diabetic Diets are individualized according to individual needs they also have plans from 1000 to 3200 Calories.

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