Is there a good Weight-Loss Diet program for Type I Diabetics?
Asked by R100505:
I am a 23-year-old Type I diabetic, and though not overweight, I would like to lose a few unneeded pounds. As you may know, the use of insulin often negates weight-loss efforts, and I have struggled for some time now to get back to my “ideal” weight. If anyone can recommend a good diet program or even throw out some suggestions of how to combat this problem, it would be greatly appreciated!!
Diet and Fitness
I am a 23-year-old Type I diabetic, and though not overweight, I would like to lose a few unneeded pounds. As you may know, the use of insulin often negates weight-loss efforts, and I have struggled for some time now to get back to my “ideal” weight. If anyone can recommend a good diet program or even throw out some suggestions of how to combat this problem, it would be greatly appreciated!!
Diet and Fitness
Tags: Diabetic, Diabetics, Diet Program, Ideal Weight, Insulin, Overweight, Weight Loss Diet, Weight Loss Efforts
February 6th, 2008 at 1:38 pm
the abs diet by david zinczenko w/ted sparks can ck out at, I loved this and lost weight on it and knowing about diabities as my dad has it this is great. less like a diet more like a lifestyle change has great fast and easy meal, really gives alot of enery eating the foods. and it’s not fad stuff that you hv to by lk the southbeach diet, it’s more about just choosing healthier foods
February 8th, 2008 at 5:39 am
I swear by the Adkins and my doctor has okayed this diet. I know it is controversial, but it is hype. Do not do this diet although if you have kidney disease due to the high protein. I have lost 10 pounds in a week and it stabilized my blood sugar. As with any diet check with your doctor first.
February 11th, 2008 at 7:29 am
Even type 2s on insulin have a very hard time keeping unwanted pounds off. I was the original skinny minny when the doctor decided I needed to take insulin injections along with my oral meds.
I follow the South Beach phase 2 food plan. I follow it pretty religiously too. and have for the best part of 10 years because it is very low carb and you can tailor it to fit your needs.
Contrary to popular opinion, it and Atkins are NOT high fat or high protein food plans!!! They have sensible serving sizes and the choice of foods is great. You do not HAVE to buy specialty foods on either one.
If you eat sufficient saturated fats and sufficient protein, you will be fuller faster so more sated and not want or need as much of the carb stuff.
This study was with type 2 people, but same works for type 1.
And this is from Livin LaVida Low Carb blog:
Just count carbs very carefully, medicate only enough, and get movin!!!
February 11th, 2008 at 6:03 pm
I have this same problem. Insulin does negate the ability to lose weight. My Endocrinologist said the only way to lose weight is to lower your insulin intake. He suggested I do this through getting more exercise, and by eating better carbs. As far as carbohydrates are concerned, you may want to use the glycemic index. You can find out about that by doing an Internet search for them.
Of course you should discuss diet and exercise changes with your own medical team.