Question

What kind of diet should a 55 year old diabetic person be on? Woman or Man?

Answer 1

Answer: Diabetes mellitus is a condition where the blood glucose level increases. The cells present in the pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin to manage the excess blood sugar levels. For the patient having diabetes, they need to have proper diet and must include:

• Green vegetables such as broccoli, spinach etc.
• Sprout, beans, grams etc.
• Should eat fresh fruits such as apple. These fruits contains natural sugar which doesn't increase blood sugar levels.
• Increase intake of lean protein.
• Should indulge in light intensity exercises such as walking for at least 30 minutes daily.
• Should reduce weight.
• Drink sufficient amount of water. ( upto 6-8 glass per day).
• Patient should avoid consuming saturated fats, sugar, caffeine etc.
• Patient should quit smoking, alcohol consumption.