Amal Allam wrote Monday, November 13, 2023 03:37 PM
The world celebrates World Diabetes Day 2023 on November 14 of each year, and we must remember that 100 years ago, Frederick Banting and John Macleod won the Nobel Prize for their discovery of the treatment that helped save millions of lives around the world, namely insulin, according to the Diabetes website. UK.
Since then, our scientists have made amazing advances – from helping people with Type 1 produce their own insulin, to putting Type 2 into remission, and we’re getting closer to a cure every day.
For type 1 patients, what should I eat for breakfast, lunch and dinner?
If the answer includes some carbohydrates at each meal, then there’s nothing else to consider at the moment – but try to make healthy carbohydrate choices, and be aware of your portion sizes, according to Diabetes UK.
Try to eat 5 servings of fruits and vegetables a day by incorporating them into mealtimes, and replace low-fiber carbohydrates, such as white bread, white rice and highly processed cereals, with whole-grain varieties.
-You can check food labels when looking for high-fiber foods. If you’re not sure, get advice on understanding food labels.
Breakfast..
A bowl of whole grains such as oats, with semi-skimmed or skim milk. If you prefer a dairy alternative such as soy or almond milk, choose an unsweetened, calcium-fortified version.
Eggs and whole-grain toast with unsaturated fat (sunflower or olive oil)
Yogurt and unsweetened fruits.
the lunch..
A sandwich made with whole grain bread or a piece of chicken, turkey, or fish, filled with plenty of salad.
Or a plate of bean or chickpea and tuna salad, a healthy soup such as cauliflower and leek soup, with whole grain bread.
Or a cup of salmon and broccoli, with a piece of fruit and unsweetened yogurt.
dinner..
Lasagna and Salad
Or grilled chicken with potatoes and vegetables
Healthy fish, chips and peas
Mixed vegetables and curried beans
Bread with chicken and salad
Healthy snacks for type 1 diabetes
Sometimes, you may need to eat a small snack between meals, to help maintain your blood sugar levels. Regular snacking can make it difficult to maintain a healthy weight, so check with your diabetes team for specific tips designed to manage your diabetes. You have.
The best healthy snack options are Yogurt Eat unsweetened and unsalted nuts, seeds, fruits and vegetables instead of chips, biscuits and chocolate, but keep an eye on your portions – they will help you monitor your weight.
2023-11-13 13:37:00
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