Question

What does a diabetic diet comprise of and how do we teach patients to adhere to these diets without craving sweetened foods?

Nutrition Essentials for Nursing Practice 7th Edition Author: Susan G. Dudek

Answer 1

A diabetic diet comprises of food low in carbohydrates and fats. Thus it means eating the healthiest foods in moderate amounts and sticking to regular mealtimes. It should be naturally rich in nutrients and low in calories. The focus should be on the healthiest carbohydrates, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes (beans, peas, and lentils) and low-fat dairy products. Fiber-rich foods such as; vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes (beans, peas, and lentils), whole-wheat flour and wheat bran. "Good" fats. Foods containing monounsaturated and polyunsaturated such as; avocados, almonds, pecans, walnuts, olives, and canola, olive, and peanut oils.

Foods to avoid include; Saturated fats present in high-fat dairy products and animal proteins, trans fats, Cholesterol, Sodium, and carbohydrates.

To stop sugar cravings we should:

1.     Drink plenty of water. Some people say that dehydration can cause cravings.

2.     Avoiding artificial sweeteners

3.     Eating more protein. ...

4.     Sleeping well. ...

5.     Avoiding excess stress. ...

6.     Avoiding certain triggers.