Diabetes and Diet

I weigh 250 pounds, I want to get rid off them to get healthier. Is it possible to diet on no more than fruit and cooked vegetables?

Also, is there any risk of getting diabetes in the process? I mean, considering fruits contain sugar.

By going all natural and unprocessed with fruit and vegetables you will be doing your body a great favor! It sounds like a very healthy diet but you are missing protein which is really important for a healthy body. It might be good for you to add in a small portion of brown rice and piece of tofu or fish each day just to make sure you are getting all the nutrients you need.

You should also make sure that you eat at least 1,200 calories otherwise you risk slowing down your metabolism and gaining weight as soon as you stop eating just fruit and vegetables.

Please I am overweight I need to eat lots of fruits and vegetables cause my blood is low, and loose 30 kilograms, please tell me how, i am young, no pills no doctor no special help just tell me some times, i don’t have the time to go on a website and search, I am begging yo please don’t give me any site links, feel free to go on a site and read it and give me the tips but no links please I need to loose this much weight by November and eat so much veggies and fruits please help me!!!!!! I am begging I cry everyday just because I am overweight I feel like I am going to die, I don’t want diabetes! please help!

There is no magic, pill, solution, or device that is going to help you. You say you don’t want to visit the doctor or special help groups. Right now, you have to decide what you are prepared to do, the only person you are willing to let help you, is yourself, and for most people that is simply not enough.

If you need to lose 30kgs then the only solution for you is a radical lifestyle chang, and that sort of weight loss will realistically take more than a year.

1) Set yourself multiple realistic goals and when you reach them, reward yourself with NON FOOD treats. Goals such as you’ll go see a (specific) new release film at the cinema when you’ve lost a set amount of weight. Keep the goals revolving so you always have more than just one thing to aim for.
2) Where ever possible only eat food socially, in other words in the company of others, but try to make those home/work meals, not fast food outings.
3) Change what you eat. You’ll probably find it easier to almost totally eliminate anything containing a lot of refined sugars rather then even try to cut down. It may seem odd, but you’ll still need to eat at least some fat, it’s needed to help the body repair itself, not too much though you literally only need a couple of grams of the stuff per day. Make sure you are eating a couple of portions (no more) of fruit per day and three or more portions of green vegetables. Meat should be lean, and don’t go mad on root vegetables or pulses, you’ll need those complex carbs for long release energy, but they are (complex) sugars and so need to be regulated. Take a multivitamin.
4) Try to be more social, just get involved with various groups. Regard social meals as treats, just avoid the fast food restaurants (that includes pizza places) when socializing. Don’t be frightened to let people know you are trying to lose weight, just don’t go all evangelical on people about it.
5) Exercise, you know the blurb, take the stairs not the elevator, cycle if you can. Basically do what ever physical exercise you enjoy, and try to set aside at least 30minutes per day five days per week for it. Keeping it varied will make it more enjoyable too, don’t get stuck in a routine!

My father in law suffers from Type 2 diabetes and got advice from doctor to avoid protein as it can cause renal problems. Carbohydrates is already not acceptable to diabetics. His eyes and kidneys are affected due to diabetes. He has lost his weight and very thin now. What he should eat in this complicated situation so that he gains some weight and becomes little healthy?? What all vegetable and fruits he should eat to be healthy?
Thanks!
He also coughs and vomits sometimes…

good foods as suggested by doctor

I have PCOS and type 2 Diabetes. i am only thirteen. i exercise regularly, go to a gym three times a week at the least, and i eat fruits and vegetables, and i drink kangen water. sometimes i eat more than i should. i play sports, volley ball and softball, and i need good physical fitness for my career idea. I’m 5 feet 7 or 8 inches and i weigh about 215 – 225 pounds. I’m usually stuck at home all the time because i live pretty far out of town and don’t do anything with friends. how can i lose weight? thank you!

You’re not that far overweight and you seem to be very active. Since you already make sure to eat fruits and vegetables one thing I think you can do to easily lose a few pounds to is cut some things out of your diet. Things like soda and candy, even in small amounts, have a whole lot of calories and they’re just not worth consuming. You don’t have to cut them out completely. Turn them into a treat you give yourself only once a week. Maybe it Friday or Saturday since those are already good days. The rest of the week don’t have any to make that one day special. Also exchange white bread and white pasta for whole wheat. Provides great fiber with no empty calories.

Sounds like you’re doing great already just keep up the good work!

The importance of burning fats, losing excess weight and keeping fit in today’s fast paced world cannot be overemphasized as is evident in the proliferation of numerous weight loss plans and diet programs. without doubt burning fats and maintaining the right-sized body weight leads to improved well being and better health.

In the quest to achieve desired target weight many have fallen prey to dozens of people claiming to be experts who have little or no credentials or track records to back up their claims. though some of these programs work but to burn fats and keep fit there has to be commitment and sustained efforts from the person in question to be able to lose fats permanently and stay fit thereafter.

Losing weight can be really frustrating and stressful to most people but the gains of a new sleeker and slimmer you are worth the efforts. You need to burn fats and lose weight to prevent yourself from being imprisoned by physiological inconveniences caused by inactivity.

To look and feel good you need to stick to a plan and follow it through to the latter to achieve lasting results which will of course help you to avert coronary heart diseases, shortness of breath, stroke, hypertension and diabetes. Everyone needs to keep fit for the benefits of a toned body are many fortifying you way to seventy years plus.

To burn fats and lose weight successfully must not involve spending tons of money on supplements and diet products, eating the right foods at the right time with routine physical exercises can aid a great deal. Summon up courage today to burn the fats, lose weight and tone those sagging muscles to look and feel good, save money on clothing, have a better posture and increased over all productivity.

Come up with a plan today to burn fats and keep it off for good. Lose weight and boost your energy level for the human body is a machine through which the mind works, every exhibition of mental activity is accompanied by physical activity. In order to perform efficiently the body must be taken care of and maintained in such a way that it will be capable of performing our day to day tasks all through life.

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If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, one of the most important things that you can do is manage your weight. Being overweight can affect your blood sugar levels dramatically since fat cells can become resistant to insulin, causing your blood sugar levels to rise. Losing just 10-20 pounds can make a huge impact on your diabetes. In fact, getting down to your recommended weight can get you off of diabetic medicine and allow you to live a healthier lifestyle.

You should never begin a weight loss diet on your own if you are a diabetic. Talk with your doctor and a diabetic educator. Set up an appointment to meet with a registered dietician. Losing weight on your own without the guidance of your doctor can be dangerous to a diabetic. Your diabetic medicines will probably need to be adjusted as you lose weight, so it is important to have your doctor involved.

Start by cutting back by 500 calories per day. This is safe for most diabetics and will promote weight loss. The ideal goal is cut back on carbohydrates, proteins and fats equally. Your diet should consist of 50%-55% carbohydrates, 30% fats and 10%-15% proteins.

Carbohydrates are very important in a diabetic diet. They have the biggest impact on blood sugar levels. Carbohydrates are broken down into sugars very early in the digestion process. It is important to get a refresher course on carbohydrates and how to measure them from the dietician.

Watch your blood sugar levels carefully when following a weight loss plan. You are at an increased risk for becoming hypoglycemic, especially if you are exercising and losing weight but haven’t adjusted your diabetic medications. If you start to feel nauseated, sweating or have trouble concentrating, have your blood sugar level checked immediately. It is a good idea to always carry fruit juices or other snacks with you.

Different types of exercise affect your blood sugar levels in different ways. The aerobic exercises such as, running or anything that gets your heart rate up, will drop your blood sugar immediately. More strenuous exercise or weight lifting can drop your blood sugar hours later. It is important to plan accordingly for the type of exercising that you are doing. Over time this will not be a problem as you lose the weight and are able to reduce your diabetic medication or maybe stop it altogether.

Do plenty of research on the best diabetic weight loss plans. Talk with your doctor and keep him updated frequently of your progress. Make sure that you follow a weight loss plan that is approved by your dietician or diabetic educator. Weight loss in never easy and it is a special challenge for someone with diabetes. However, the benefits of losing the weight far outweigh the alternative of living the rest of your life with diabetes.

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