Diabetes diet advice and meal plans
Diabetes is a disorder of metabolism where the body produces little to no insulin, or does not respond properly to insulin production. Insulin is essential for moving blood glucose into the cells to maintain proper blood sugar levels. High blood sugar levels can cause various symptoms including excess thirst, blurry vision, frequent urination, fatigue, weight loss and excess hunger. These articles provide general advice to outline some of the areas relevant to healthy eating for people with diabetes. If you need to see a dietitian in Sydney for specific diabetes diet advice, contact us today.
BLOOD GLUCOSE LEVELS
People with diabetes are unable to use insulin properly or do not produce enough insulin to move sugar out of the bloodstream and into the cells of their body. Understanding blood glucose level ranges is key to both diabetes diagnosis and diabetes self-management.
CREATING A HEALTHY DIET FOR DIABETES
Maintaining proper insulin levels, regular exercise and a healthy diet are essential components of a diabetes treatment plan. Regular exercise and healthy eating are lifestyle changes that anyone, will benefit from.
DIABETES TEST
Diabetes is a disease that affects the body’s ability to utilize blood glucose for energy. When left untreated, the condition can cause numerous unpleasant signs and symptoms that can become very serious over time.
GESTATIONAL DIABETES
Gestational diabetes mellitus, GDM, is a type of diabetes that only occurs among women during pregnancy. If you develop diabetes during pregnancy and have never had diabetes before, then you will probably be diagnosed with GDM.
PROCESSED FOOD AND FAST FOOD RISKS
There are many major downsides to the rising trend in processed and fast food consumption—obesity, heart disease and increased risk for diabetes are just a few health problems associated with eating these types of foods.
TYPES OF DIABETES
There are three major types of diabetes – diabetes type 1, diabetes type 2, gestational Diabetes. While gestational diabetes is a short-term condition, Diabetes 1 and 2 are considered chronic conditions since they last for a lifetime.
Contact us for result focused diabetes diet advice
ENT Clinic have created comprehensive diet and nutrition resources, that together with our dietitians consultation, can be used to create a customised dietary plan. We will ensure that your dietary requirements are met, and create a meal plan that will be manageable and enjoyable for all the family. If you have diabetes. Call us on 1300 123 368 for an appointment with one of our experienced dietitians. Remember healthy habits can start today!
