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You should keep your carb intake below 23 grams of carbs a day to lose weight. This is a very low amount of carbohydrates.
Because the diabetic is unable to process sugar correctly.
Yes it is recommended. But more than low fat a diabetic person should be concerned about carbs. And the types of carbs are very vital. Taking in carbs which are low in GI index is ideal for diabetic.
Yes, a 65 year old diabetic should be able to eat walnuts and almonds. The important thing for a diabetic to watch is the amount of sugar and carbs they take in during the day.
yes but you would have to figure out the carbs online.
None if she is trying to lose weight not gain it.
Diabetic friendly foods are low in carbs and fat. They should use a no calorie sugar substitute rather than white or brown sugar. Whole grains are better than white bread or pasta.
Reason 1: Carbs can help boost your mood.Reason 2: Carbs can help prevent weight gain-and even promote weight loss.Reason 3: Carbs are good for your heart.Reason 4: Carbs will help you trim your waistline. (an imaginary line around a person's body at the waist, especially with respect to its size.)Reason 5: Carbs will keep your memory sharp.
There are several food that do contain carbs. They have whats called a carb counter to allow individuals to eat carbs but limit the amount. The reason carbs should be limited is they turn to sugar.
Diabetic diet guidelines suggest a diet low in sugar, carbs and fat. Whole grain breads and pastas should be eaten over white bread and regular pasta. No calorie sweeteners can be used in place of sugar.
Try doing the HCG diet. It is a really effective and safe way to lose weight fast.
Diabetics should eat a diet that contains foods from the five basic foods groups or the diabetic food chart, which is a modified version of the food pyramid. In a diabetic diet, carbs and fats are an issue, and choices of "good" carbs and fats is imperative. To this end, food preparation has to be modified somewhat. Butter isn't used in cooking, and oils should be used minimally. Fresh herbs and spices take the place of butter, sugar and salt. For information on how to prepare meals for a diabetic, go to www.diabetes.org