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Nutrition for people with diabetes is always the first concern of patients and family members. Because diet has a profound effect on the development of the disease as well as helping to reduce problems caused by diabetes such as heart disease, obesity, high blood pressure. So what to eat with type 2 diabetes for the best health?
1. Nutrition goals people with type 2 diabetes should aim for
Currently, diabetes is a disease that tends to rejuvenate, not only in the elderly, the disease has been encountered in young people as well. Type 2 diabetes is a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism characterized by increased blood glucose due to both defects in insulin secretion and insulin's effects on the body, commonly known as insulin resistance. Therefore, diet plays a very important role for people with type 2 diabetes. At this time, the patient's diet needs to ensure the following factors:
Try to maintain blood sugar at a near-normal level by balancing food intake with physical activity, insulin-lowering medication. The body needs to be provided with the right amount of calories through daily meals to keep the body healthy. Do not tolerate foods that increase the risk of exacerbation of the disease and also increase the risk of complications such as: cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, microvascular complications... The diet needs to be supplemented with enough protein, fat, flour, vitamins and minerals, enough water. Balance your diet and exercise regularly.
2. Foods for Diabetics
Nutrition will directly affect blood sugar control, minimize complications and achieve a reasonable weight. Therefore, the diets with food groups that people with type 2 diabetes should eat are:
2.1 Vegetables and fruits Not only people with type 2 diabetes but everyone is advised to add more vegetables Green in the daily diet. Because vegetables provide a good amount of vitamins, minerals and fiber for the functioning of the body. In addition, these substances are also evaluated to help diabetics feel full for longer, preventing overeating that causes blood sugar problems.
Some vegetables that people with type 2 diabetes should eat such as: Broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus, bell peppers, squash... these are familiar vegetables and are easy to buy in daily life.
For fruits, you should choose fruits with low glycemic index, berries and citrus such as: plums, oranges, tangerines, grapefruits, tomatoes, pears, guava... Diabetics when eating fruit Should choose fresh fruits, should not eat dried ones because they are high in sugar and spices, which are not good for the sick. In addition to the fruits that should be eaten, diabetics should also stay away from high-sugar fruits such as custard apple, jackfruit, durian, mango, banana...
2.2. Whole grains Whole grains are a staple food for people with diabetes. Because whole grains take longer to digest, they're less likely to spike blood sugar levels. Including whole grains in meals not only provides health benefits, but also helps you feel full for longer.
2.3. Poultry and fish Many people with diabetes because of fear of health effects choose a vegetarian diet, but this is a completely wrong view. People with type 2 diabetes need to add protein in their diet, so some good sources of protein you should need such as: chicken breast, salmon, sardines, tuna, eggs... Patients should combine and mix. these foods into the week's meal so that the menu is varied.
2.4 Use good fats Foods containing good fats should always be prioritized in the list of foods for type 2 diabetics. Because fats like omega-3, alpha-lipoic acid,... always participates in the structure of cell walls, hormones in the body, in which alpha-lipoic acid has been shown to be able to prevent diabetes complications very effectively.
The above are considered good foods and support the treatment of type 2 diabetes. Patients should refer to use for good health and development of the disease.
3. Dangerous complications of type 2 diabetes
Complications caused by type 2 diabetes, is still a problem that scares many patients, because the disease causes many complications such as:
Heart and artery disease People with type 2 diabetes will showing plaque in the arteries. This sticky substance slows blood flow and increases the risk of blood clots. Obviously, when a person has this condition, there is a risk of facing problems with atherosclerosis, heart attack or stroke.
Kidney complications Currently, type 2 diabetes is the leading cause of chronic kidney failure. Actively controlling blood glucose, blood pressure and cholesterol will reduce the risk of this complication to health.
Damage to the eye High blood glucose levels in people with diabetes can damage the blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients to the retina. Over time, this condition can cause vision loss problems in the patient.
Injury to the Feet Foot Injury to the foot is also a common problem in people with type 2 diabetes. If left untreated, chronic cuts and blisters can become severely infected, difficult to heal, and worst-case scenario may require amputation of the toe, foot, or leg.
In addition to the common complications above, people with type 2 diabetes are also at risk of facing other complications such as: affecting their sex life, nerve damage, pregnancy complications... Therefore, people with diabetes should pay attention to their diet and take medicine according to their doctor's advice so that the disease does not progress further, causing negative effects on life.
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