diabetic diet anyone ever tried this?

hiphop10

1,200 to 1,600 Calories
The National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse recommends a 1,200- to 1,600-calorie diet for small women who exercise, small and medium-sized women who want to lose weight and medium-sized women who are relatively inactive. This diet should include six servings of starches, two servings of milk and other dairy products, three servings of vegetables, 4 to 6 oz. of meat or meat substitutes, two servings of fruit and up to three servings of fats.

brightsideofpink

A diabetic diet is about more than just what you take in. So much of it has to do with meal timing as well as it is about controlling glucose and insulin spikes. I followed a diabetic diet, under the supervision of a nutrition team, for 7 months or so when I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I had a very specific carb-based plan and had to test my blood sugar four times per day and sometimes adjust my diet to react to high or low readings. I can also tell you that I was allowed very little fruit and certainly didn't have six servings of starches on any day.

It was complicated to follow. I wouldn't advise it to anyone unless they have a medical need. Is there a reason you'd consider this? If you are diabetic or pre-diabetic, I'd work with a registered dietician on a plan tailored to your needs.

RodaRose

The Clearinghouse folks make it unnecessarily complicated.
When people with diabetes lose weight, their blood sugar levels go down.

GlucernaBrand

The current guidelines for people with diabetes recommend that each person individualize their food choices to fit their personal needs. Working with a registered dietitian and/or certified diabetes educator will help you figure out the eating plan that's the best fit for you. ~Lynn /Glucerna