Diet for Diabetics and the Weight Conscious - E-book - ePub

This book starts by outlining the primary nutrients of everyone's diet, the glycemic index and its application for people with diabetes. Included are the formula and examples of calculating the glycemic index of meals and a list of essential nutrients to regulate blood sugar, and their food sources. Keeping the body slightly alkaline is crucial for the promotion of good health. Listed are some alkaline-forming foods and Acid-forming foods.
A balanced diet and meal suggestions inclusive of specific juices are included. You will also find the answer to why we need supplements and suggestion of how to choose them. Too, you will see the supplements that people with diabetes should consider taking. The pros and cons of three weight management methods including the use of BMR, how to calculate caloric requirement and Keto diet are discussed, culminating into the fourth and most simple way to start a lifestyle with sustainable eating habit that manages weight and maintain good health.