Diabetic Diet Essentials for Preventing and Managing Chronic Diseases

Abstract

Diabetic diet has a significant role in the prevention and controlling of the chronic diseases like type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and metabolic syndrome. This article focuses on the basics of diabetic diet plan to provide an understanding on the types of foods that are suitable to support a diabetic dietary plan with consideration on foods that are low on glycemic index. These comprise high fibre carbohydrates, lean meats and good fats, all of which work to improve insulin outlook and decrease inflammation. Some of the factors that are touched on include glycemic index of the foods to be consumed, the portion size and the time of food intake to ensure excessive rise in blood sugar levels is prevented. Furthermore, the article describes the potential benefits of consuming vegetables, whole grains and legumes in enhancing the diseases eb health quality of diabetes. As such, it takes into account the calorie intake requirements of each patient taking into consideration their age, activity level and other illnesses. Therefore, it is crucial to stress on educating patients about consuming literate foods through reading the labels and making sensible actions regarding the chronic disease management. Based on the diabetic diet, people may control their situation and prevent themselves from having complications of the disease. The latter integrated approach in nutrition constitutes the basis for enhancing quality of life and decreasing the disease burden of diabetes-related chronic complications.