Type 2 Diabetes - Diet Tips for Diabetics

 
There is no question anyone diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes needs to watch their diet more than non-diabetics. It is really important because diabetes is a disease of blood sugar fluctuations and insulin problems, both of which are exacerbated by poor eating habits. Because of this, it's important to check yourself throughout the day to make sure your diet is on the right track for maintaining and even reversing your diabetic state.

No. 1 to watch throughout the day is your portion sizes. We all know portion sizes have exploded in recent years with the invention of supersize meals. When you go to a restaurant, they give you more food than two or three people would need.
For this reason, you need to watch your portion sizes and pack up any extra food before you even start eating.

No. 2 is to pay attention to whether your meals are balanced. If you are eating mainly carbs, you are going to have a problem with your blood sugar dipping and spiking over and over. Make sure you are getting an adequate intake of fresh fruits and vegetables... along with some complex carbohydrates.

No. 3 is whether or not you're trying to eat alone. Often, people who have poor eating habits or binge eat, will try to do so alone. Eating alone usually means you are trying to hide from other people because you're eating out of emotion rather than true physical hunger.

No. 4 is always make sure you eat a healthy breakfast to help your blood sugar stay balanced throughout the day. Starting your day with a healthy protein filled meal will help to stave off cravings and give you the energy to get started. Focus on eating foods like eggs, or even a good protein shake in the morning.
Also, you might want to consider eating a meal or snack every 3 to 4 hours to help keep your blood sugar stable.

No. 5 is finally, make sure you drink plenty of water throughout the day, both with your meals and in between. Not only does it help to hydrate your body, but it also stands in the place of high calorie sodas and fruit drinks that will only wreak havoc with your blood sugar and your weight. You want to avoid drinking your calories because you will still be hungry... and drinking sugar causes you to crave other poor quality foods.
By following these tips, you will know you are eating healthily and be on the road to keeping your blood sugar and weight in a healthy range.

Type 2 diabetes is not a condition you must just live with. It need not slowly and inevitably get worse. Now is the time to take control of the disease... and take back your health. You can do it!
For nearly 25 years Beverleigh Piepers has searched for and found a number of secrets to help you build a healthy body.

The answer isn't in the endless volumes of available information but in yourself.
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