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theresaritter
theresaritter Posts: 4 Member
in Food and Nutrition
Does anyone know what your daily sugar allowance should be if you are pre stage II diabetic?

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  • theresaritter
    theresaritter Posts: 4 Member
    I meant pre Type II diabetic
  • beccarockslife
    beccarockslife Posts: 816 Member
    as low as possible and keep it as complex as possible.
  • yarwell
    yarwell Posts: 10,477 Member
    There isn't one really, you might find guidelines but diabetes is about all carbohydrates not just sugar.

    One suggestion is 25g per day which originates from the AHA ie it's about heart disease not specifically diabetes and applies to everyone (it's also "added sugar" and is similar to the value MFP uses).

    http://www.amazon.com/Diabetes-Diet-Bernsteins-Low-Carbohydrate-Solution/dp/0316737844 might be of interest.
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    Best bet is to ask your doctor.

    But if it were me I'd try not to eat more than one high sugar fruit per day and limit added sugar (honey, syrups, table sugar, candy, etc.) When looking at grains, focus on whole grains. When buying whole grain products like bread, crackers or pasta, look for low sugar and high fiber.

    ETA: and whenever possible, eat high carb foods with high protein foods to slow digestion and get a slower release of blood glucose.
  • 1ConcreteGirl
    1ConcreteGirl Posts: 3,677 Member
    Hello, OP! You have very nice hair.

    I can see that you are a wonderful individual, and I am sure you already know that diabetes is a medical condition.

    My gentle suggestion (mind you, it is only a suggestion!) is that you may possibly wish to speak to your doctor about your private and personal health concerns.

    I apologize if any of this was too harsh. :flowerforyou:
  • srgtbiggles
    srgtbiggles Posts: 170 Member
    From the Internet:

    According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), people following a 2,000-calorie diet should get no more than 40 grams of added sugars daily—the equivalent of 8 to 10 teaspoons of sugar, or the amount in one 12-ounce soda. The problem is that, according to USDA data, most people get more like three or four times that amount. “Even if you don’t have diabetes or if you have pre-diabetes, watching the amount of sugar in your diet is prudent,” says Marlene Koch, RD, a registered dietitian, cooking instructor, and author of Marlene Koch’s Sensational Splenda Recipes: Over 375 Recipes Low in Sugar, Fat and Calories. “Eight teaspoons of sugar may sound like a lot, but a piece of carrot cake with icing has 18 [teaspoons].” - end quote

    After a diagnosis of pre-diabetes, and a lot of reading, I decided that I would eliminate most highly processed foods, white bread, white rice and such. When I had my 3 month check up, I had lost about 30 lbs, and my blood sugar levels were back down in the normal range, much to the surprise of my doctor. I have been exercising, watching portion sizes, and eating healthier. I do allow treats here and there, this is a lifestyle change, not a diet. Remember, high fiber! I don't really count sugar from whole fruit, but try to limit sugar from processed foods. Which is hard because it is in everything! I also try to stay away from artificial sweeteners, just don't like putting chemicals in my body. Good luck! You can get those numbers down!

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