diet for diabetes

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The diet plan of an individual is based on height, weight, age, sex, physical activity and the nature of diabetes. One should consider the following points while planning a diabetic diet.

* Determining energy requirements;

* Determining the type of carbohydrates , fibre and food preparations.

* Presence of any complications such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels.

In the case of Insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, the energy intakeis based on needs for normal growth and development, physical activity and maintenance of desirable body weight.

In the case of Non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, the majority of patients are overweight or obese, Therefore calorie restriction is required to achieve a desired weight.

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