Saturday 1 October 2011

Diabetic Diet

Did you know that your chance of developing diabetes increases three times just by adding an extra 1.4 ounces or 40g of fat to your diet each day? Diets for diabetics that are rich in animal fat reduce the effectiveness of insulin.





Testing performed by The University of Sydney in Australia indicated that high levels of fatty acids in the cells result in greater insulin resistance by the body. The research also discovered that high levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids (as found in fish oil) result in more efficient insulin activity.
Unlike fat that comes from other animals, fish oil is comprised mainly of polyunsaturated fat. Rich in omega-three fatty acids, fish oil helps the body reduce levels of bad cholesterol and protects arteries from clogging. For this reason, omega-three fatty acids are proven to be beneficial in maintaining a healthy heart.
Louisiana State University studied the eating habits of a group of 50 non-diabetic men and women to determine if there was a link between fat and insulin.  About half of the test group was overweight and the remaining members were of standard weight. In every case, subjects who consumed high levels of fat also had a related increase in insulin resistance.
We should all be aware of the dangers of consuming too much saturated fat. We have seen frightening images and listened to news reports concerning the dangers of a diet loaded with fat. It's not always obvious what we should or should not eat when it comes to handling diabetes, but you should always scale back on the amount of saturated fats in your diet.
Meat is often laden with high fat and cholesterol content; diabetics should eat meat in small quantities or eliminate it from their diet. With an already high probability for developing heart disease, diabetics should steer clear of foods that can lead to being overweight and other health complications. When we eat meat, one of the toxins our bodies build up is uric acid, among others. There is new research which suggests that anyone suffering from diabetes should avoid red meat in their diet. A healthier alternative is fish, poultry or eggs. Anyone suffering from diabetes should see a dietician at regular intervals to develop a reasonable diet.




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