You can get a diabetic food pyramid from the American Diabetes Association. They can also provide you with a glycemic index, meal plans, and recipes that will correspond with your dietary needs. Their website provides tips on living with diabetes, a community of support and articles providing news and research.
A diabetic food pyramid is very similar to any other food pyramid, but it doesn't include much of any sugar. Check out www.diabetes.org �ۼ Food and Fitness �ۼ Food �ۼ Planning Meals for more information.
The diabetic food chart is a little different than the food pyramid in that it breaks foods into six, rather than five groups, Still though, it is clear how the two are related with regard to choosing lean proteins, fruits and veggies, whole grains (starches) and appropriate fats. You can review the diabetic food chart here: www.diabetesdietfordiabetic.com/diabetes_food_chart.htm AND the food pyramid here: www.mypyramid.gov Also, check out www.diabetes.org
There are many places where one can obtain diabetic testing. One can obtain diabetic testing at popular medical facilities such as the Mayo Clinic and Sutter Health.
There is such a thing as the Diabetic Food Pyramid; designed to help diabetics struggling to manage their diet. This pyramid contains breads, grains, and starches; vegetables; fruits; meat, meat substitutes, and protein; dairy; and fats, oils, and sweets. Your goal as a diabetic is to stay as close to the top (the breads) and as far away from the bottom!
The best method I would suggest for that is going to www.diabetes.org. Not only do they have the pyramid, but they have a myriad of other information that helps explain it, gives you sample menus, etc.
I don't think there are any specific alternatives to diabetic food. If you have diabetes and are allergic to diabetic food you will have to monitor, make due, and eat food that is more "traditional."
Most major cites hold diabetic clinics at the local hospitals. Lots on information can be found on line in forums and on the diabetic society page.http://diabetes. Webmd.com/diabetic-food-list-best-worst-foods
One can obtain a diabetic bracelet from many medical supply stores. One can also order them online but will have to wait for them to be shipped to them.
http://www.diabetes-diabetic-diet.com/diabetic_food.htm is a good reference about the diabetic food chart. It lists the foods one can consume if they have diabetes and all the calories and other nutrition info in the food.
A diabetic food chart can be found at your local doctor's office, school or library. You can also find a diabetic food chart online, specifically webmd.com.
The three types of food pyramids are the traditional food pyramid, the Mediterranean food pyramid, and the Asian food pyramid. Each pyramid emphasizes different food groups and proportions based on cultural dietary patterns.
make a pyramid out of food