Are you diabetic? Do you avoid food that tastes good?
There are some foods that might seem to be more difficult for people with diabetes, however by following a few simple guidelines you can still enjoy these foods as part of your diet.
Diabetes is a disease of the body's carbohydrate metabolism, which means that diabetes is directly linked with too much sugar in the bloodstream. If you are diabetic you need to control your blood sugar levels by taking certain medications, following a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
It is important for people with diabetes to balance their food intake. While diabetics cannot always eat what others do, they still need to eat healthily and balanced meals every day and enjoy their foods as well.
All foods have some impact on blood glucose levels, but some can be better tolerated than others. The trick is knowing what foods are better for you in terms of keeping your blood glucose in check.
This book covers:
- What Is Diabetes?
- Types Of Diabetes
- The Importance Of Insulin
- Foods Which Are Bad For Diabetes
- How To Balance The Sugar Factor
- Exercising And Physical Activity
- How Diabetes Affect Women
- Diabetes In Children & Teens
- Diabetic Life Style
- Myths Related With Diabetes
- Breakfast Recipes
- Lunch Recipes
- Dinner Recipes
- Dessert Recipes
- Vegetarian Recipes
- Soup Recipes
- Snack & Appetizer Recipes
And much more!
Many foods contain carbohydrates, but the type of carbohydrate is the main thing that determines how much of an impact it will have on your blood glucose. This can often be modified by cooking methods and recipe changes.
However you need to be aware that some foods affect diabetics more than others. It doesn't mean that a diabetic cannot eat these foods, but you do need to adjust your diabetic food plan accordingly and know what really works for you and what doesn't.