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Type 2 Diabetes Diet Plan Type 2 diabetes account for majority of diabetes. The risk factors for diabetes include advancing age, obesity, family history of diabetes, history of gestational diabetes, sedentary lifestyle. Type 2 diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance and insulin deficiency. The insulin levels in the body is depressed, normal or depressed but it is inadequate to over come insulin resistance. People with this type of diabetes do not require exogenous insulin. This form of diabetes goes unnoticed in the early stage and hence may remain undiagnosed for many years.
The primary nutrition goals for such type of diabetics are to achieve and maintain normal glucose and lipid levels. Caloric restriction and moderate weight loss has found to be useful in diabetes control.Exercise, behavour modification of eating habits and psychological support are also important. It is also necessary to make better food choices, reduce the fat intake, adequate spacing of meals and spreading of nutrient intake throughout the day.
An adequate intake of carbohydrate is recommended. Grains, vegetables and fruits are good sources of vitamins and minerals and dietary fibre.Protein present in pulses and legumes are beneficial as compared to animal protein. Incorporation of olives, avocados and nuts are beneficial as it is rich in monounsaturated fats which can control the cholesterol levels. Regular check of the blood glucose is essential.
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