diabetic diet

diet /di·et/ (di´it) the customary amount and kind of food and drink taken by a person from day to day; more narrowly, a diet planned to meet specific requirements of the individual, including or excluding certain foods.di´etary

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acid-ash diet  one of meat, fish, eggs, and cereals with little fruit or vegetables and no cheese or milk.

alkali-ash diet  one of fruit, vegetables, and milk with as little as possible of meat, fish, eggs, and cereals.

balanced diet  one containing foods which furnish all the nutritive factors in proper proportion for adequate nutrition.

bland diet  one that is free of irritating or stimulating foods.

diabetic diet  one prescribed in diabetes mellitus, usually limited in the amount of sugar or readily available carbohydrate.

elimination diet  one for diagnosis of food allergy, based on sequential omission of foods that might cause the symptoms.

Feingold diet  a controversial diet for hyperactive children which excludes artificial colors, artificial flavors, preservatives, and salicylates.

gouty diet  one for mitigation of gout, restricting nitrogenous, especially high-purine foods, and substituting dairy products, with prohibition of wines and liquors.

high calorie diet  one furnishing more calories than needed to maintain weight, often more than 3500–4000 calories per day.

high fat diet  ketogenic d.

high fiber diet  one relatively high in dietary fibers, which decreases bowel transit time and relieves constipation.

high protein diet  one containing large amounts of protein, consisting largely of meat, fish, milk, legumes, and nuts.

ketogenic diet  one containing large amounts of fat, with minimal amounts of protein and carbohydrate.

low calorie diet  one containing fewer calories than needed to maintain weight, e.g., less than 1200 calories per day for an adult.

low fat diet  one containing limited amounts of fat.

low purine diet  one for mitigation of gout, omitting meat, fowl, and fish and substituting milk, eggs, cheese, and vegetable protein.

low residue diet  one giving the least possible fecal residue.

low salt diet , low sodium diet one containing very little sodium chloride; often prescribed for hypertension and edematous states.

protein-sparing diet  one consisting only of liquid proteins or liquid mixtures of proteins, vitamins, and minerals, and containing no more than 600 calories; designed to maintain a favorable nitrogen balance.

purine-free diet  see low purine d.

salt-free diet  low salt d.

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diabetic diet

n.

A diet for a diabetic person, with the aim of maintaining normal blood sugar levels.

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diabetic diet,

a diet prescribed in the treatment of type 2 diabetes mellitus. It usually contains limited amounts of simple sugars or readily digestible carbohydrates and amounts of proteins, complex carbohydrates, fiber, and unsaturated fats similar to those recommended for the general public. Dietary regulation depends on the severity of the disease and on the type and extent of insulin therapy. The diet should be designed to prevent wide fluctuation in the amount of glucose in the blood, to preserve pancreatic function, and to prevent chronic diabetic complications. See also diabetes mellitus, Exchange Lists for Meal Planning, insulin.

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Patient discussion about diabetic diet.

Q. what is a diet recommended for a diabetic?

A. I would recommend you seek a professional opinion before she starts on any specific diet. But i did find this info on WebMd: http://diabetes.webmd.com/eating-right

It goes over the recommendations for a type 2 diabetic.

Q. I have a diabetic guest coming over to dinner. What are the Dos and Don'ts for preparing the meal?

A. best i can say is no salt and sugar,very bland food,put your own individual salt and sugar on your individual plate,thats what i have to do for my step father.

Q. what is the right diet for a diabetic people? where can i find guiding on the subject?

A. To be under control for Type2 diabetic persons is go away from carbs, fats, sweets, rise ...etc.and to get meals of rich garden salad and fruits, but not fruits contains glucose.Also to get used on daily exercises and the best is to have not less than 45 minutes walking at least 3 times per week.