Why limiting Carbohydrates in Diabetes is important?

Donna van Zyl, Specialist Diabetic Dietician explains in a very balanced way if there are any immediate problems with eating Carbohydrates and how to manage your Carbohydrate intake.

Salma Mehar, Consultant Diabetes Dietician, explains that Carbohydrate Counting is different from Calorie Counting. She gives advice on to how to estimate or measure the amount of Carbohydrate is in the food you are eating. Salma also talks about the link between the amount of Carbohydrate you are about to eat and how much Insulin you need to give yourself.

Salma Mehar, Consultant Diabetes Dietician, explains what the main five types of food group are. She tailors the information for people with Diabetes. She focuses in Carbohydrate as this group has the most effect on Glucose in the body. Secondly fruits and vegetable and how much and what sorts we can eat. Thirdly she tackles Protein. Dairy is the fourth group which is important in term so calcium. Lastly fats are discussed which can be useful too whereas saturated fats should be avoided.

Salma Mehar, Consultant Diabetes Dietician, talks about Glycemic Index of foods. She explains how this affects how smoothly glucose is released into your circulation. This is important in your ability to keep your blood sugars in control. Salma also explains which foods have a low and a high Glycaemic Index.

Salma Mehar, Consultant Diabetes Dietician, talks about how important it is to engage with Healthcare providers to learn how to manage your Diabetes and blood glucose. She also talks about the importance of weight management in preventing complications in people with Diabetes. She talks about various sources of information available from face to face to online.

Donna van Zyl, Specialist Diabetic Dietician advises that people with Diabetes should focus on achieving good Glucose control rather than just limiting all Carbohydrates.