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Any tips for losing weight when diabetic?

Hello my mom is an insulin dependant diabetic and is finding it really hard to lose weight. Do you have any tips please?

A.

Our expert says...

Hi.

Weight loss can be difficult with diabetes, as the normal blood sugar control mechanisms are not working properly. So, anything your Mum can do to help keep her blood sugar levels stable should help her to lose weight, as it will help her control her appetite and give her energy for exercise.

A low glycaemic index (GI) diet is best for this, which means eating foods that slowly release glucose into the blood stream. This means eating complex carbohydrates in place of white carbohydrates e.g. wholemeal bread, wholegrain pasta and brown rice. These foods also have the added advantage of filling you up more! Lean protein, plenty of fruit and vegetables, other high fibre foods and healthy fats should also be part of her overall diet. Make sure your Mum eats some protein, however small, at each meal, as this will stabilise her blood sugar levels even further.

If your Mum is still having problems losing weight after trying these things, I suggest that she discusses her concerns with her GP or Diabetic Nurse, as they will have all the details of her medical history.

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