Another issue verified by Sport Life to prevent the spread of myths
In short, a diabetic person faces problems in producing or absorbing insulin. This condition automatically forces the diabetic to rethink their habits and lifestyle, which does not eliminate doubts, for example: are diabetics forbidden to eat fruit?
He is a myth! No diabetic is prohibited from eating fruit
“There are no impediments to the consumption of fruit for diabetics and this, fortunately, is a myth. Diabetics must reduce sugars, especially added sugars, processed products and white flours in general”, he assures in an exclusive interview at Sport Life the nutritionist Beatriz Finizola.
Therefore Beatriz’s statement denotes that excessive consumption of carbohydrates can be harmful for this group of people, the suggestion is to balance the quantities and distribute them throughout the day.
Another tip is to increase your protein and fiber intake, a choice that simply impacts better digestion of these carbohydrates and control of glycemic spikes.
“Fruit in general contains smaller amounts of carbohydrates, which means a low glycemic load, and can be a good ally, contrary to what many people think,” added the nutritionist.
What is the impact of fructose on diabetics?
“Fruits in general contain small amounts of fructose. Harmful fructose only comes from industrialized products, which contain, for example, fructose syrup,” concluded Beatriz Finizola.
Given away
It is a set of recommendations serving a part of the national population. The numbers of SBD (Brazilian Diabetes Society) confirm that 13 million people are diabetic, equal to 6.9% of the population.
The main types of diabetes
Prediabetes
This cycle signals that a person has the potential for growth of this disease, but also addresses the possibilities of reversing this condition, mainly through light eating and exercise.
Type 1
People with this condition are diagnosed in childhood or adolescence and live with the need for daily insulin injections to maintain blood sugar levels. Sports practice, a balanced menu, insulin and drugs are the treatment items of this type.
Type 2 or type 2 mellitus
It affects people over the age of 40, it also develops in young people with bad habits and is characterized by insulin resistance. Other medications can help control blood sugar.
Gestational
Disorder that occurs during pregnancy. A detail that may or may not continue after birth and is involved in the creation of numerous hormones by the placenta, which block the activity of insulin.
Several theorists state that women who suffer from gestational diabetes increase the risk of type 2 stunted growth. This also occurs with their children.
Source: Terra
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