
The Best And Worst Foods To Eat If You Have Diabetes
A lot of us struggle with health issues at some point in our lives, but God blesses us with knowledge and wisdom to take care of ourselves. Diabetes is a condition that many of us struggle with, but often times we can help control its side effects by managing what we eat.
Diabetes: The Good Foods, the Not-So-Good Foods
Nutrition and physical activity are important parts of a healthy lifestyle when you have diabetes. Along with other benefits, following a healthy meal plan and being active can help you keep your blood glucose level, also called blood sugar, in your target range. To manage your blood glucose, you need to balance what you eat and drink with physical activity and diabetes medicine if you take any. What you choose to eat, how much you eat, and when you eat are all important in keeping your blood glucose level in the range that your healthcare team recommends.
Becoming more active and making changes in what you eat and drink can seem challenging at first. You may find it easier to start with small changes and get help from your family, friends, and healthcare team. Eating well and being physically active most days of the week can help you keep your blood glucose level, blood pressure, and cholesterol in your target ranges, lose weight or stay at a healthy weight, prevent or delay diabetes problems, feel good, and have more energy.
You may worry that having diabetes means going without foods you enjoy. The good news is that you can still eat your favorite foods, but you might need to eat smaller portions or enjoy them less often. Your health care team will help cr
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