Nutrition, key in diabetes

Diabetes is a disease in which blood glucose levels are very high, stemming from the foods consumed. Insulin, on the other hand, is a hormone that helps glucose enter cells to provide them with energy. Therefore, finding a diet for diabetes is often an indispensable aspect of its management.   In an interview for Salud180.com, endocrinologist and diabetologist María Elena Sañudo explains some chronic complications of diabetes:     In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. In type 2 diabetes, the most common type, the body either does not produce or does not use insulin properly. If it is insufficient, glucose remains in the blood.   Diets for diabetics must take into account values that need to be respected when combining foods. These are what make up the caloric formula in the distribution of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids.   In these cases, it is very important to respect the proper distribution of nutrients, at 50% carbohydrates, 15% proteins, and 30% fats.   Of the total carbohydrates consumed, it should be ensured that 70% belongs to the complex group. Additionally, it is advisable to consume 30 to 40 grams/day of soluble fiber (oat bran), as it lowers blood sugar levels.     Type I Diabetes The type I diabetic must strictly adhere to meal times throughout the day. These times will be distributed according to the type of insulin and its peak action. Therefore, it is not advisable to skip any meals or suddenly change eating times.   The total daily carbohydrate intake is recommended to be distributed as follows:   1. 1/7 at breakfast 2. 2/7 at lunch 3. 1/7 at snack time 4. 2/7 at dinner 5. 1/7 snack that should reinforce the insulin action peak (can coincide with any other meal as a complement).     Type II Diabetes   Special care must be taken to evenly distribute the total amount of carbohydrates consumed per day across each meal; that is, all meals should have the same amount of carbohydrates.   Remember to consider that the consumption of dietetic and diabetic products should always be controlled, consulted, and recommended by a specialist.   View the original article here.     Light meals for diabetics   Tomato Soup with Parmesan Click here to prepare it. Lemon Fish Fillet Follow the step-by-step of this recipe here.   Grilled Zucchini with Mint Try it here. Cheesecake with Blueberry Discover the secret of this sugar-free cheesecake here.   Check out the section on diets and diabetes that Kiwilimon has for you here.