Program Description
A vegetarian diet can be greatly beneficial for those with diabetes or hypoglycemia (HG), because many forms of meat are extremely high in fat. Studies have shown a low-fat diet to be helpful in the treatment of diabetes and hypoglycemia, so typical red meats and pork should be avoided. Eliminating meat proteins benefits a diabetic/HG diet, making it lower in fat and calories, and, with a focus on important nutritional items like fruit and vegetables, vegetarianism can also aid in overall weight loss.
Actions
1. Try trading meat for plant proteins like nuts, beans and legumes.
2. Try vegetarian and vegan meat substitute products that are naturally lower in fats and calories.
3. Begin taking a multivitamin to ensure the proper intake of all needed vitamins and nutrients.
4. Eat protein-enriched dairy products that are low in fat, such as soy milk, sugar-free yogurts and cottage cheese.
5. Even with a vegetarian diet, it is still important to drastically reduce all intake of sugar for the conditions of diabetes and hypoglycemia.
Create a Vegetarian Diabetes-Hypoglycemia Diet
Nov 17, 2010 | By
