An important aspect of healthy living is a balanced diet and following an effective routine. The routine can help us manage major diseases well. Managing diabetes also requires the same balance of diet and exercise. But the major question which confuses us is about the appropriate diet plan.
Is there anything called as an appropriate or a perfect diabetic diet?
This is a worrying aspect when we question ourselves about what and how to conquer the goal of healthy eating habits. What is that perfect plate which will satiate our palate and is healthy as well?
What does science say?
It all depends on you!
Yes, science says there is no specific diet that is perfect for all. It all depends on the individual. There is no formula to calculate and establish the perfect diet plan. What is required is a balanced portion of meals and a physical workout. Each body responds differently to various food habits and so your ‘perfect diet’ is dependent on your own choices and preferences.
So that means you have choices, lots of them!
Here are some things to keep in mind while thinking about nutrition and diabetes in India:
1. Include lots of non-starchy vegetables like radish, carrots, leafy veggies, tomatoes, etc. and reduce intake of processed foods.
2. Trust Ensure Diabetes Care by Abbott, a scientific formula for diabetes specific nutrition: a partner in your treatment goal. Ensure Diabetes Care powder has modified maltodextrin, which provides slow release of energy to help control blood sugar levels.
3. Don’t go for extreme diets like removing carbs from your diet or reducing the intake of carbs. Fad diets can harm you and have an adverse effect on your overall health. Instead, choose a well-balanced diet that can keep you full and help you manage your diabetes as well.
4. Incorporate exercise and active lifestyle in your daily regimen as you’re making changes to your diet. A healthy lifestyle and a healthy diet can help you lose weight which can help in diabetes management. You can also use Ensure Diabetes Care as a pre-workout drink to keep your energies up while exercising.
5. Switch less healthy food options with their healthier counterparts. For example switch butter with olive oil, include season fruits in your diet, add whole grains to your food and reduce your salt intake.
Remember to go with your preferences:
Each individual has his or her own preferences and habits. So work with your nutritionist and doctor to prepare a diabetes-friendly plan that works for you.
You can also use Ensure Diabetes Care that can be mixed with the food of your choice to make it a complete meal for managing diabetes.
Diabetes does not have to be about forgoing your favourite foods or giving up on physical activities. It is about reaching your desired treatment goal. With good nutritional diet, you can keep a check on your diabetes and live well.
https://www.diabetes.org/sites/default/files/2019-10/ADV_2019_Consumer_Nutrition_One%20Pager.pdf
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