[Update of nutritional recommendations in the treatment of type 2 diabetes]
Nathalie Esser1, Nicolas Paquot1
1Service de diabétologie, nutrition et maladies métaboliques, Département de médecine, CHU Liège, Sart-Tilman (B35), Avenue Hippocrate 1, 4000 Liège, Belgique.
Abstract:
Dietary management of type 2 diabetes is essential to improve glycaemic control et reduce risk of diabetes complications. Key recommendations for people with diabetes are largely similar to those for the general population. Overweight or obese diabetic persons should be supported with evidence-based treatments to achieve and maintain weight loss. A wide range of carbohydrate intakes are acceptable and diets with a low glycaemic index or low glycaemic load may be recommended, provided their composition is consistent with overall diet recommendations for dietary fibers, sugars, saturated fats and proteins. It is also important to consume minimally processed plant foods, such as whole grains, vegetables, whole fruits, legumes, while reducing the consumption of red and processed meats, sodium and sugar-sweetened beverages.
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