Limit the Fats or Carbohydrates? Americans Have Chosen the Best Anti-Obesity Diet!

You are a woman who suffers from obesity and insulin resistance? Doctors say that in your case, low-carbohydrate diet is much better diet with limited fat intake.

American pundits once again excelled. At this time, have written themselves into history at the University of Nevada. For one of the companies for the production of dietary products, studies were carried out to establish which of the diets is less effective in obesity.

Contrary to popular belief, lost a diet restricted in fat.

At 12 weeks, Americans' morili "dietetic food group obese women aged 18 to 45 years. Representatives of the fair half of mankind randomly divided into 2 groups, ordering to eat in one of the above diets. At the same caloric intake was the same for each group.

Composition of diet (calories).

low-fat diet: carbohydrates - 60%, whites - 20% fat - 20%.

low-carbohydrate diet: carbohydrates - 45%, whites - 20% unsaturated fat - 35% (mainly walnuts).

Each group consumed a daily basis for 2 servings of fruit and 3 servings of vegetables.

By the end of experiments, women who hold low-carb diet lost an average of 8.9 kg, whereas the restriction of fat allowed to lose up to 7.4 kg of "at her sister."

And let the diet with limited fat often recommended for patients who are overweight, but in the short term (according to those same American Scientists), low-carbohydrate diet is more effective in combating insulin resistance.

It is known that insulin resistance seen in elderly people suffering from obesity. This painful situation can result in undesirable accumulation of sugar in the blood, an overabundance of carbohydrates prevents normal metabolism, which in turn can lead not only to obesity but also to the development of impaired glucose tolerance and diabetes mellitus type.

Scientists strongly recommend that all doctors and patients suffering from obesity varying degrees of severity, to start treatment is a low-carb diet.

And what are we? Always obey the doctors and do as we say, right?

The Principle of Plates or Foundation of Proper Nutrition in Diabetes

What are you thinking when they learned about the disease? Of course, like everyone, was anger and tears, denial, depression and hysteria. But then had to accept ...

And when you are fully aware of what was next thought? That's right, what to do next? After all, now you need to change their habits for the sake of one - to live.

Radical change of power was for me the main problem. Very long body could not accept it, but I still had deceived him. Want to know how? Then read on.

Wash your hands. Now sit down. Set ourselves a plate and glass, next put devices.

Try to mentally divide the plate in half. One half of the divide in half again - we've created three zones, which are filling our food.

Half of the dishes - vegetable area (foods low in starch):

    spinach, carrots, lettuce, greens, kale
    green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes,
    onions, cucumbers, beets
    mushrooms, peppers, turnips

First quarter of the dish - carbohydrate Zone (foods containing starch):

    whole grain breads
    cereals with high fiber content
    cereal (oatmeal, cream of wheat and other cereals)
    rice, pasta, tortillas
    cooked beans and peas
    potatoes, green peas, corn, pumpkins
    Crisps and snacks (snacks), fat-free popcorn

Second quarter of the dish - protein band (meat products):

    chicken or turkey without the "skins"
    fish (tuna, salmon, cod)
    seafood (shrimp, mussels, oysters, crabs)
    lean beef and pork (filet or sirloin)
    tofu, low-fat cheeses, eggs

Do not forget to pour a glass of skim milk or yogurt, dairy products for the diet in diabetes - what we need!

On the day you can eat one type of fruit or small fruit salad - fresh or canned form, permitted and thawed fruit, fruit juices and syrups.

Yes, I forgot. At the breakfast plate will look slightly different. Do not take too much, "old tub", I prefer smaller portions.

Half fill the dish starchy foods, and the remaining two quarters divide between fruit and meat. Day should start aggressively!

That is so easy on the eye without a calculator you can control your diet. I think all of this and already knew, but the repetition is always useful.

What to Feed a Child in School? Healthy Food for Kids with Diabetes

After all, it is they have driven the level of childhood obesity to unimaginable proportions. Baton, of course, took Europe and then we do. The influence of American consumer culture can be compared with the epidemic.

And when your child asks for pocket money for breakfast, a large flying the break in McDonald's, have to think what would happen next?

What will happen to my baby, if we do not take radical measures?

And if a child has diabetes, and looking at their peers, simply can not resist the temptation to eat junk food. What should I do? Well, then, the Americans, all of which are welded shut, and let it clear up the mess.

Of course, you slapped your child a lot of healthy food instead of money for lunch. That's only if he would eat that? Where is the guarantee that "the right lunch" will not fly in the trash?

You do not want your son or daughter go hungry? When his health is something can be deadly! Only one thing - to cook delicious baby food!

In such a situation, of course, better to ask the kid what exactly he wants. If you ask for food, which is detrimental in diabetes, say no, but explain intelligibly why and try to find a compromise.

In the meantime, suggest several solutions to this problem. This, you know, the American approach:

Peanut butter and banana bread - definitely an exotic recipe. Banana bread you will find in the kitchen (or cook for yourself, write a prescription), and peanut butter are sold in Russian supermarkets. By the way, American children from him just can and our will? Children's dinner supplement bottle of one percent milk.

Vegetables and hummus. Living in terms of health idea. If your child is restless and fidget, then cook him a plastic container of hummus and feta cheese, cut into pieces. It would be nice to put wholegrain bun, chopped cucumbers, tomatoes or peppers. Give vegetables original form - the children is necessarily eaten.

Cheese quesadilla. Microwave oven - is a popular assembly, and not only at home but even at work and at school. Cut a slice of whole wheat bun, put on her two slices of boiled chicken and a couple slices of cheese quesadilla. Explain to your daze, you can have true, but better to let warm up for 20 seconds. And that was not too dry - fill with sauce.

Pita sandwich on a bun. Many know that the original roll. Cut it in half, put in the middle of tomatoes, mozzarella and basil, you can add a little sauce. If possible heating in a microwave oven.

Sandwich with turkey. Gradually, the fashion is whole grain ciabatta bread from Turkey. Its still hard, but you can find on the shelves of major supermarkets. This bread will be a key ingredient for a tasty sandwich child. Give the correct form of bread slices, cut a piece of brie cheese (or any other low-fat cheese), put a slice of turkey and a spoonful of pesto (this is better than mayonnaise).

Vegetable rolls. If you are supporter of vegetarianism, and the child entirely agree with this way of life, then this recipe will do. On the cake from whole-grain cereal (you can lavash), Put a little cream cheese, sprinkle with grated carrot, spinach and other greens and roll up into a tube (you can add the tomatoes and basil). Pipe cut in small rolls, the child is to like.

Yes, if you have any idea what to feed your baby, patients with DM-1, be sure to share the information in the comments. I would be grateful.

P.S. Taking care of our children with you, I unfortunately forgot about the breakfast, which treacherously burned on the stove. Well, have to start all over again:)

P.P.S. I was recently asked about children's plastic surgery (a very difficult situation with the baby of one of the blog readers). Was needed urgent assistance both in word and deed. So I suggested the site where everything is accessible and clearly explained by qualified professionals. Remember, plastic surgery prices has not, precious time! In the case of similar problems do not waste it in vain!

7 Secrets to Control Carbs in Baked Goods

Perhaps everyone loves pies, pastries, cakes. But as you already know, diabetes, and pastries - this is not entirely compatible concepts. And what to do?

You can, of course, totally reject them. But this is not the solution, because the body can not psychologically prepared for such a strike. And stress is not needed.

On the pages of the blog, I always recommend low-carbohydrate diet, and my recipes usually contain a mild amount of carbohydrates.

But there are some tricks that will inveterate "baker" to cook without fear of undermining the health.

Secrets of the control of carbohydrates during cooking baking

The amount of sugar. You know, if only at ¼ to reduce the amount of sugar in the dish - you hardly notice the difference. Prescription needed to sprinkle the cake with glaze or sprinkle with powdered sugar - do not! Replace sugar with cinnamon powder, and if it is strongly want sweet, then just make a sugar layer is thinner.
Sugar substitutes. Very popular xylitol, sorbitol, is catching on stevia and agave nectar. In America, the agave - the way a substitute for sugar because of its wonderfully low glycemic index. Keep in mind, and especially cooking with sugar substitutes at high temperatures sweetness teryaets so empirically necessary, adjust the recipe amount.
 

Applesauce. Replace the butter unsweetened applesauce. Of course, not all oil is harmful, and, for example, rapeseed oil takes care of the heart, but remember, any oil increases the fat content of cakes, but this is not good!

Nuts, and sprouted wheat. These products contain healthy fats and adequate protein. Protein in diabetes mellitus is one of the major components, namely, he balances the patient's nutrition. Margarine and butter. Try not to use these products during baking as an option you can think of to replace them or reduce to a minimum. The oil high in cholesterol and trans fats, such unhealthy for diabetics.

Soy milk. Yes, I understand that soy milk is hard to find, and the price is frankly bites. However, if your desires and capabilities are the same, try to use soy milk. And as for the usual "mad cow" I will say the same thing as pro margarine - solid palm oil and trans fats, a cow here does not smell! Chocolate. Of course, there are departments in supermarkets, selling a special chocolate for diabetics, but the taste and quality of these products leave much to be desired. It is very rare to find a good chocolate, so I advise you the following - do not buy chocolates with fillings, no bars, discard milk chocolate in favor of black.

Experiment, do not necessarily look for specific recipes, you can take an old grandma's apple pie and "odiabetit" him. Reduce the amount of harmful ingredients, or replace them with more useful. Do not be afraid, you must do it.

If you love baking, then we need a little limited. Remember, people - this creature, which, fortunately, very quickly gets used to everything.

Since that time, patience and desire to live will help to know the true taste of the new favorite cake. Enjoy your meal!

10 Exotic Foods Recommended for Diabetes

How to achieve normal blood sugar levels? This I have repeatedly said and will say in the pages of the blog.

Today here wanted something unusual - I bring to your attention the plants in India and China, which will help keep diabetes in tight rein.

10 exotic foods recommended for diabetes

Bitter gourd. Birthplace of this beauty think India. Doctors recommend taking the juice of bitter gourd twice a day, and yet it is very useful in a boiled form. If you do not like the taste of pumpkin, it can be dried, pereteret, and the resulting powder is taken as a dietary supplement like sugar lowering agent.

Cinnamon. A very popular spice, personally I associate it with warm mulled wine on a cold winter. Cinnamon beneficial effect on metabolism, prevent insulin resistance. Spice incorporates trace elements, which unofficially referred to as "synthetic insulin.

Fenugreek (Fenugreek). Indian medicinal marijuana, 3 grams per day which will allow patients with DM-2 to control anxiety symptoms. Fenugreek can be purchased in large markets, supermarkets, specialty stores spices.

Grapefruit. Not much I love this citrus, but you should know that the juice of one grapefruit substitute 30 minutes of intense walking. And yet it is rich in vitamin C, helps lose excess weight. Patients with high acidity before the "Grapefruit Diet" is best to consult a doctor.

Amla (Amalaka). Fans of Ayurvedic medicine amlu know as Indian Gooseberry. In India it is considered a sacred tree. Like grapefruit, Amla is rich in vitamin C. Mix the juice of bitter gourd and amly - this drink will help in the fight against glucose spikes that cause the development of serious complications of diabetes.

Dzhimnema Sylvester. Popular in India and China, according to experts, 4 grams a day will dzhimnemy diabetic severely limit or completely give up sugar-lowering drugs. Dzhimnema restores the ability to produce insulin, lowers the level of "harmful" cholesterol, dulls hunger, normalize the bowels. For the diet in diabetes - the best remedy!

Fruits Jamuna. These Indian berries are used for desserts and other goodies. For patients with diabetes is recommended to mix in equal proportions of dried Jamuna with honey - a great tool for the prevention of complications.

Garlic. In the raw garlic lowers excellent blood sugar, is a good anti-virus tool, and unlike previous products, sold in any greengrocer.

Tree leaves him. Miraculous cure of oral diseases, intestinal vascular system. It stops the bleeding, fights dandruff, but most importantly - dulls hunger, cleanses the blood and is highly recommended in the treatment of diabetes.

Vinegar. Positive effect on blood glucose and glucose formation of adhesions after a meal. In small quantities, before eating vinegar minimizes the appearance of "sugar peaks.

Consult with a nutritionist, before the introduction of these products in the meal plan for diabetes.

I know from experience, to find some of it will be difficult, but possible. If the effort does not succeed, try to find special food supplements containing these products.

Now they're just there to sell. As always, I welcome your feedback in the comments.

Medications of Gestational Diabetes

Most women can treat your gestational diabetes by changing your diet and starting a more frequent exercise. If these changes can not keep your blood sugar at safe levels, you may need insulin. You will also need to introduce myself insulin if your doctor thinks the baby is too big.

What To Think About

Insulin - this is the only medication allowed by the Office for the Control Food and Drug Administration as a treatment for gestational diabetes. Insulin is used only if you can not control your blood sugar level, observing the correct diet and engaging in regular physical exercise.

The amount of insulin depends on how much you weigh and how close you are to the date of expected birth. Some women need more insulin when approaching date of birth because the placenta begins to produce more and more hormones, which complicate the work of insulin. In rare cases, a woman with gestational diabetes should remain in hospital for a short time in order to bring her blood sugar to safe levels.

There are pills, called glyburide, and is used to treat type 2 diabetes, but some doctors are using them for the treatment of gestational diabetes. Currently there is no available information that would prove the safety and efficacy of glyburide, the American Diabetes Association continues to recommend that only insulin for the treatment of women with gestational diabetes.

Gestational Diabetes - Other Treatment

All pregnant women should take prenatal vitamins. If you wish to receive other types of insulin, discuss this with your doctor. Do not take a single vitamin in larger quantities than is contained in the approved prenatal vitamins.

Gestational Diabetes - Treatment at Home

Healthy during pregnancy depends mainly on you. Gestational diabetes, like other forms of diabetes can not be successfully treated only with drugs.

Your doctor, an educator on diabetes mellitus, a certified nutritionist and other specialists can help you learn how to take care of yourself and protect your child from possible problems. If you read all the available information on gestational diabetes, you'll know that it is necessary for a healthy pregnancy. When you understand how food and exercise affect blood sugar levels in your blood, you can better control it and help in the prevention of problems due to gestational diabetes.

Home treatment for gestational diabetes includes changing their eating habits, regular exercise and controlling blood sugar levels.

Nutrition healthy foods

Change what, when and how much you eat can help you maintain your blood sugar at safe levels. Once you learn that you have gestational diabetes, you can visit a certified nutritionist in order to develop together with an individual plan for healthy eating. You may also be asked to write down everything you eat, and watch their weight. The nutritionist also teach you how to count carbs, so you can distribute them throughout the day. For more information, see:

Gestational diabetes: Counting carbs.

Regular exercise

Most doctors recommend that pregnant women exercise at least 3 times a week for at least 20 minutes. Regular moderate exercise helps your body better use insulin and control your blood sugar level. Often, exercise and proper nutrition may be the treatment of gestational diabetes.

If you've never exercised regularly or were not engaged in them prior to pregnancy, consult with your doctor before you begin to implement them. Exercises that do not provide a large load on the lower part of your body, such as using ergometer - a device that develops the muscles of your hands or a bicycle with a seat, as rejected as chair, is particularly well suited for pregnant women. You may also want to attend special classes for pregnant women or engage in other activities that do not give a big load on the body, such as swimming, hiking.

If exercise and diet changes can keep your blood sugar levels within safe limits, you will not need to take insulin. If you still need to inject insulin, do not forget to bring food to class of carbohydrate in case you have symptoms of low blood sugar. If you believe that your blood sugar is low, stop the exercise, check your blood sugar and eat something.

Measuring your blood sugar level

An important part of treating gestational diabetes is to control blood sugar levels at home. You must every day at home to check their blood sugar up to 4 times a day (the first time before breakfast and 1 hour after each meal). If you bring yourself insulin, you'll need to check your blood sugar up to 6 times a day (before each meal and 1 hour after each of them). Despite the fact that you can shake the need to measure your blood sugar so often, knowing that your blood sugar level is at a safe level, you will be able to reconcile with the idea. For more information see:

Gestational diabetes: measure your blood sugar level.

Other aspects of your treatment

    * If changes in diet and physical activity regime can not control your blood sugar level, you may need daily insulin injections.
    * If you have prior to pregnancy was overweight, do not try to reduce it during pregnancy. Ask your doctor how many pounds you need to recruit for the entire period of pregnancy.
    * Your doctor may ask you to track the movement of the fetus and inform him or her if your baby will move less than usual. Most women can feel the movement of the child after 18th week of pregnancy. If you are a long time do not feel the movements of the Child, lie on your left side and soak for 30 minutes or so longer. If you do not feel movement within 2 hours, call your doctor.
    * If you take insulin, it can lead to a drop in blood sugar levels below the safe level. Although very low blood sugar is uncommon in women with gestational diabetes need to know its symptoms, always carry food containing carbohydrate.

Gestational Diabetes - Causes and Symptoms

During pregnancy, the uterus develops organ called the placenta. The placenta connects the mother and child and the child provides enough nutrients and fluids. It also secretes several hormones, some of whom work of insulin - control blood sugar levels - so the mother must produce more insulin to keep blood sugar at safe levels. Gestational diabetes develops when the organ that produces insulin, the pancreas can not secrete enough insulin to keep blood sugar at safe levels.

Gestational diabetes - Symptoms

Because gestational diabetes does not cause symptoms, you should be screened for the presence of this condition. Usually it is held between the 24th and 28th weeks of pregnancy. You may be surprised if your test shows elevated levels of blood sugar. You must pass this examination, because high blood sugar during gestational diabetes can cause problems for both you and your child.

Sometimes it turns out that a pregnant woman who has symptoms, was living with another type of diabetes without knowing it. If you have any other symptoms of diabetes, they may include:

    *  Thirst.
    *  Frequent urination.
    *  Increased hunger.
    *  Blurred vision.

Pregnancy itself causes women to urinate more often and feel more hungry, so the presence of such symptoms does not always mean a woman has diabetes. Talk to your doctor if you have these symptoms, so he spent you test to detect diabetes.

Little Secrets of a Great Diet for Diabetes

The most popular myth among the patients - diabetes can eat only special foods. This is partly true, and eating whole grains, light salads and vegetables, and refined carbohydrates are much more useful than the large and greasy bacon. And anyway, no matter whether you have diabetes or not, it is advisable to eat properly and in moderation.

But this does not mean that you should eat only greens and low fat yogurt. If the show imagination, the usual classic dishes you can always turn to the diet.

   1. Serving size. First, replace the large plate small. Secondly, try to impose less. For example, if you cook an apple pie, it's better to cut it into 8 pieces, instead of the usual 6. Willpower defeat hunger with time, but now will have a little patience.
   2. A simple meals. Brown rice instead of white, cocoa powder instead of chocolate, and skim milk - so it will not only tasty but also useful. Try to make salads with light sauce, reduce or even discard the fat mayonnaise and sour cream. A great alternative to salad dressing can be unsweetened Greek yogurt. And less salt, it is better to replace a combination of oriental spices and salt with low sodium content.
   3. Lean meat. Get used to the dietary meat, low in fat and bad cholesterol. For example, ground pork is better to replace the beef, and fatty sausages on dishes that do not contain meat. Some culinary connoisseurs claim that the marinated tofu in a hundred times tastier than chicken, with an order contains less fat.
   4. Smart Fats. Of course, completely abandoning the fat, you lose depth of flavor. Therefore, preparing favorite sandwich instead of a thick layer of mayonnaise is better to put a slice of avocado or a piece of Parmesan cheese. Avocado enough calorie product, but the fats, contained therein, monounsaturated, and hence easier to be absorbed, in addition to avocados rich in vitamins. Prefer hard cheeses, limit or completely give up soft.
   5. Butter. Hundreds of dishes such tasty and loved ones, contain a most butter. But there is one little trick that will not spoil the taste, while reducing costs. Simply replace the principal amount of butter, vegetable, such as sunflower, olive, or buckwheat. Shortly before the meal ready, add a small piece of butter - a welcome scent is present and use a lot more.
   6. Thinking outside the box. Want a new taste? Then try to work something out on the run. For example, do odd-shaped pancakes, chicken, bake on the bottle, not fry in deep fat!
   7. Practice - the key to success. Experiment with new foods the first time can not be obtained even from real professionals. Over time, you adapt. Find their own unique recipes.

Happy New Year! I wish you happiness, healthy living and inexhaustible culinary talents!

Which Products are Shown in Diabetes?

In diabetes mellitus should be excluded from the diet of fried fatty foods, refined sugar, semi-finished - all that contains carbohydrates in large quantities. The main source of energy in the body are just carbohydrates, which, falling into the stomach with food, are converted into glucose. By controlling the flow of carbohydrates from food, you control your blood sugar levels, and that is exactly what you need in diabetes. Carefully read the information specified on the labels of foods that you want to buy. Sometimes they write about the small amount of sugar, forgetting to specify a high carbohydrate content.

Increase consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables by 60% and think about switching to raw food. The most useful would be a diet in which there is a natural vegetable ingredients and no animal products. Adding to your daily diet of unrefined foods, you lower your blood sugar level, which is markedly improve health and overall health.

Here's some food for the diet in diabetes, in which the carbohydrate content is low: barley, oatmeal, beans, brown rice, strawberries, apples, peaches, carrots, lentils, bananas, dairy products, salmon, tuna, berries, figs, herbs, flaxseed, walnut gretsky. The use of these products is the content of such importance to the health of substances like vitamin D, dietary fiber, calcium, omega-3 unsaturated fatty acids. Replace these products, fatty meat and poultry.

Now we talk more about the most useful and affordable food for diabetics.

   1. Dairy products. They contain a large amount of useful proteins (especially in low-fat cottage cheese), calcium and vitamin D.
   2. Beans. This legume contains fiber, which lowers cholesterol, which stabilizes blood sugar. In addition, the bean has in its composition does not contain proteins and fats, which cause diseases of the cardiovascular system and atherosclerosis.
   3. Barley. A very useful herb that is rich in beta-glucan (soluble fiber). Eating barley prevents the absorption of harmful fats, thus reducing their number in the body.
   4. Oatmeal. It improves insulin resistance and lowers cholesterol levels. The presence of cereal fiber slows absorption of carbohydrates, preventing an abrupt change in the content of insulin.
   5. Dates. Contain antioxidants and fiber.
   6. Greens. Parsley, dill, chives contain huge amounts of calcium, folic acid (vitamin B9), which reduces the level of amino acid (homocysteine), preventing vascular sclerosis.

The Truth About Salt in Diabetes Mellitus

Most of the recipes that I post on the blog contains information about the number of proteins, fats, carbohydrates and other cellular components. Apart from the basic triple, and I expect the content of sodium salts. Many readers do not understand why we need this data. Today I work through this issue.

Sodium chloride, sodium or salt, in conversation, we often speak simply salt, is a crystalline compound, without which the taste of a favorite dish was definitely not perfect.

People on average consume between 6 and 18 grams of salt (1-3 teaspoons) per day. However, people suffering from diabetes, it is recommended to limit the daily amount of salt.

As I wrote recently, sodium chloride retains water in the body, and therefore contributes to obesity. In addition to obesity, uncontrolled amount of salt consumed in the diet can lead to serious complications such as hypertension and stroke.

Units:

1000 mg = 1 gram of salt

1 teaspoon = 5.5 grams of salt

In diabetes, doctors recommend limiting salt intake to 2400 mg. I.e translating into plain language, the maximum daily intake of salt - a little less than half a teaspoon.

Do not forget that salt is not only a salt shaker in the kitchen, she is also an integral component of virtually all food products. Explore the label of the goods purchased. In addition to the usual proteins, fats and carbohydrates, pay attention to the contents of sodium (symbol Na, or sodium).

Foods high in sodium chloride:

   1. Meat. Bacon, ham, corned beef, smoked sausage, canned meat.
   2. Fish. Canned tuna, salmon, sardines, canned seafood, salted and dried fish.
   3. Canned. Vegetables, tomato juice, soups.
   4. Intermediates. Porridge with meat, macaroni and cheese, fast food.
   5. Snacks (snacks). Crackers, crisps, crunches, crunches, donuts, pastries, etc.
   6. Other products. Olives, pickles, salad dressings and sauces, and cheeses.

There are so-called salt substitutes. For example, in virtually any pharmacy selling "prevention" or "universal" salt. It differs from a cookbook that contains 30% less sodium. It is rich in potassium and magnesium salts, whose properties are totally opposed to sodium.

The Benefits of Prunes in Diabetes Mellitus

We are suspicious of the dried fruits. And all because the main preservative in them, is usually harmful sugar. Therefore, prune a mistake not to buy, so as not to damage the precious health.

However, prunes, in addition to its well-known laxative effect, is safe for diabetes, and an excellent variety to the diet of patients.

This fruit has become popular even in Roman times, has excellent taste, is used to prevent and treat many diseases.

Excellent temper the immune system, has an antibacterial effect, normalizes the stomach and intestines.

Prunes nekaloriyny product. In 40 g of fruit contains only 100 calories, 26 grams carbohydrates, 3 g fiber. It is low in fat, negligible cholesterol, and sodium. I prune a low glycemic index, which means you can safely use it for food with the minimum probability of provoking a jump of sugar.

Antioxidants, which are contained in prunes, can help prevent complications and chronic diseases associated with diabetes.

Fruits plum - a wonderful snack, but eat it in food is recommended, taking into account an individual meal plan for diabetes.

Prunes stored for a long time (up to 6 months), sold in the market or in any supermarket in the department of dried fruits.

There are a lot of recipes on the basis of prunes. This product adds a pleasant sweetness to any salad, and perfectly complements the taste of oatmeal for breakfast. Recommended that you add prune puree in baked goods, it reduces fat and cholesterol.

In the near future, preparing a number of publications devoted to prunes and dishes based on it. Stay tuned.

Diabetes and Wound - Watch for Yourself Be Careful!

When the body is contained normal levels of glucose - the wound is not a problem! Washed, processed, or seal the plaster bandage - a little baking, but essentially nothing.

But when you are diagnosed with diabetes - beware. According to statistics, 60% of nontraumatic amputations of limbs are connected with diabetes. A diabetic foot - the main cause of hospitalization with subsequent surgical intervention.

Why run wound up to such an extent? Everything is in our hands, and make an effort, you can avoid trouble.

Reasons for patients with diabetes is difficult to heal wounds

The disease reduces blood circulation - a key factor in healing and regeneration. When the process is slow, stagnating have difficulty healing and increases the likelihood of blood poisoning.

Elevated levels of glucose. Wednesday, rich in sugar, allows bacteria to multiply rapidly, and the risk of infection is growing rapidly.

Neuropathic complications. Manifested in nerve damage and reduced sensitivity in the extremities (most commonly in the legs). Low sensitivity reduces vigilance - and the wounds are almost invisible to the patient.

Dry skin. Diabetes dries the skin, then there are cracks, which are formed, and injuries.

Tips on how to avoid injuries

   1. Regular inspection body for the appearance of wounds and skin lesions. Pay special attention to hands and feet. It is likely there are wounds on the body of which you never knew existed.
   2. During bathing, use antibacterial agents in everyday life are irreplaceable wipes that kill germs.
   3. Moisturize skin. Use the special lotions to prevent dry skin. That way you can prevent the occurrence of cracks and wounds.
   4. Listen to the advice of doctors. It sounds intentionally, but nonetheless! Follow the diet and regime, regularly carry out blood sugar and insulin injections. Low blood glucose levels slow down the spread of infection.

Keep track of your legs and do not let the wounds. If damage is found in time, the likelihood of complete recovery and restoration of normal functioning of the limbs, are quite high.

Methods of treating wounds

Self-treatment. Thoroughly wash the wound, apply antibiotic on the cheesecloth and remove zagrazneniya. Treat the wound with a lotion to keep clean and avoid reinfection. Perebintuyte wound, but not too over-tighten the bandage - it may slow healing. Repeat the procedure every day, change the bandage until they are cured. If the swelling around the wound appeared, flushed and warmed the surface, there was an unpleasant smell - seek medical attention immediately.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The patient is placed in a special pressure chamber, where the wounds were washed with 100% oxygen. As a result, increases the rate of growth of new tissue and blood vessels.

Nutritional therapy. Some people with diabetes do not adhere to special diets, ignore useful vitamins and minerals - all of this slows down the healing process.

Therapeutic massage. Especially popular among patients with ulcerative manifestations and limb edema of varying severity.

Wound - not a cause for panic. Just be careful, watch your health. With the right approach, everything will be fine, because diabetes is not a sentence!

I Have Diabetes - But I Definitely Can Handle

I suspect that today or yesterday, at least you know it ... Yes, you are sick with diabetes.

First, take a deep breath - this will allow for a moment to relax after a long road ahead.

Do not be surprised when this news VOLTAGE - is a normal reaction. And from him it is desirable to get rid. But it's not so easy.

Then manifested DENIAL. Yes, we do not want to believe that it happened to us. Why, why, but can not be!

Gradual realization leads to feelings of guilt. To whom, I ask? In the first place to himself, and, perhaps, to their families for whom we are responsible.

Then can come anger and disagreement with the situation. The body rebels, and it is simply to be endured. We all anger and all, because I do not want to admit their mistakes.

Many people fear death, begin to assume the "last" days of precious lives. For enlightened as diabetes - it's a great inconvenience that takes the familiar, sometimes even very rakish and reckless lifestyle.

But most importantly, do not ride, to ignore the disease. continue to live as if nothing had happened - an impermissible weakness!

What then remains, you ask? Try to smile, yeah! Now more than ever, you must learn to laugh!

Positive thoughts and attitudes positively affect the health if you are locked - the disease will prevail!

Humor helps to look at the situation from different sides, and optimism will give strength. And yet, doctors say, laughter lowers blood sugar levels, remember this!

Now that it is much easier to keep in mind at once - family and loved ones will support you and will never give up in difficult moments, I promise! And we let's get auto-training, well, quite a bit.

Focus on the positive, confident now accumulate such simple words. I have them, usually repeating several times a day. Stand in front of the mirror and say:

"I'll move to your dreams and desires"

"Diabetes - this is bad, BUT I can cope!"

"I'm not alone. Millions of people worldwide are living with the disease, there are thousands of experts, which I need help. If people live with diabetes, Why should not I try? "

"Stress, denial, anger, fear or depression - it is a typical reaction. I was able to keep the disease under control! I promise that, first of all to yourself! "

Diabetes - it's just a way of life. Start the change with psychological training, then everything will be much easier.

The Sun is Struggling with Diabetes or What is the Use of Vitamin D

Foods containing vitamin D effectively treats diabetes, reduces the risk of developing hypertension and atherosclerosis, to minimize any adverse effects of medications for diabetes, reduces oxidative processes in the body, strengthens the immune system and controls carbohydrate metabolism.

It is known that the main function of vitamin D - to maintain normal levels of calcium and phosphorus. Vitamin D promotes absorption of calcium and helps build healthy and strong bones.

It is directly linked to diabetes of the second type, because reduces the deficit of insulin and its release into the body.

Bulgarian scientists have conducted studies and concluded that - biologically active supplement containing vitamin D contribute significantly to control glucose levels in patients during the winter.

In June 2010, a group of researchers from the Sinai Hospital (Baltimore), led by endocrinologist Dr. Esther Circle voiced the results of experiments have revealed the relationship between vitamin D deficiency and the regulation of beta cells in the pancreas.

Over 5 years (from 2003 to 2008.) Doctors studied medical records of 124 people with diabetes, the second type. Depending on the vitamin A deficiency, the subjects were divided into 4 groups:

    * Normal levels (32 nanograms per deciliter)
    * Moderate deficit
    * Average deficit
    * Heavy

As a result, more than 90% of patients experienced some or vitamin D. Of these, 35% belonged to the severe group, over 38% - the average and about 17% had mild deficiency of vitamin D.

The average A1c was higher in patients with severe impairment, compared with normal levels of vitamin D. According to scientists, the concentration of vitamin D is associated with race. Patients with diabetes, blacks often suffer from lack of vitamin D, compared with Caucasoid inhabitants of the planet.

Propose a list of products that contain the precious vitamin D

   1. Eggs.
   2. Salmon.
   3. Sardines.
   4. Halibut.
   5. Som.
   6. Mackerel.
   7. Eel.
   8. Tuna.
   9. Cod liver oil.
  10. Liver.
  11. Mushrooms.

As you can see the fish - the dominant product, so take it a rule - fish dishes on the table no less than 3-4 times a week. I note that a sufficient amount of vitamin D found in milk, yoghurt, bread and margarine.

And vitamin D is rightly called the product of the sun. 10 minute stay under the warm rays gives the body vital dose.

Remember, if you are afraid of harmful UV rays, is a representative dark-skinned race, overweight, then try not to overdo it with the use of sunscreens. Vitamin D deficiency increases the likelihood of developing diabetes of the second type.

So my advice to you - all know the measure!

Medicines for diabetes

Monitor blood glucose levels in diabetes without the use of diabetes medication is far from all patients. Dietary nutrition and healthy can not guarantee victory over the disease. Diabetes mellitus is not uncommon causes a lot of dangerous complications, lowers immunity and may even lead to death, therefore, timely, and most importantly, the correct treatment is very important!

Diabetes is of two types: Type 1 - insulin dependent, Type 2 - insulin. Pick up medications for diabetes according to these types.

Insulin-dependent diabetes requires continuous treatment to maintain the target level of glucose in the blood.

All medications for diabetes type 1 are the substituents of insulin. There are several types of drugs, depending on how quickly they are absorbed into the blood and how long are:

    * Short-acting insulin. Diabetes medication this type is rapidly absorbed into the blood and acts for several hours. An example is Actrapid: soaked for 20 minutes, there are about 3 hours.
    * Insulin intermediate steps. This drug is slowly absorbed into the blood. Example: Protafan - soaked for 2 hours, there are about 10 hours.
    * Long-acting insulin. This insulin is absorbed into the bloodstream for 14 hours, and operates about 36 hours.

To new therapies insulin-dependent diabetes include insulin pumps - are electronic devices that independently determine the level of glucose in the blood and enter the appropriate insulin injections.

When treating non-insulin dependent type used tableted medications for diabetes and insulin. The main groups of drugs for the treatment of type 2 diabetes:

    * Stimulators of insulin secretion (tableted drugs). They are short (meglitinidy) and long action (sulfonylureas). For example: glimepiride (Oltar), glyburide (Manin 3,5).
    * The drugs do not affect insulin secretion. To these drugs for diabetes include such active ingredients: acarbose, metformin (Siofor 500), thiazolidinediones.

Acarbose - an enzyme that breaks down disaccharides in the intestine. Metformin (Siofor 500) belongs to the biguanide. Drugs on the basis of thiazolidinediones used in the treatment of mild to moderate hyperglycemia.

Any medications for diabetes should be taken on the advice of a doctor - an endocrinologist. Unfortunately, no single drug can not be called a cure, so other than medical treatment of diabetes, the patient should lead a healthy lifestyle, eat only diabetic foods and exercise.