The Diabetes Plate Method, developed by the American Diabetes Association, is a simple and effective meal planning method that people with diabetes can use to control blood sugar levels and even lose weight.
And losing weight can lead to a better lifestyle - according to several studies, people who lose 5 to 10 percent of their body weight have a greater than 50 percent chance of getting into remission.
Unfortunately, type 2 diabetes is a major problem in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention states that 34 million Americans have diabetes and 90 to 95 percent have type 2. Historically, this type of diabetes has been found in older adults, but in recent years it has been found in teenagers and even diagnosed children at the same time, the obesity rate in the country has increased.
Symptoms of type 2 diabetes include extreme thirst, fatigue, dry skin, sores, and more.
So obviously the answer to diabetes control and prevention is to control your weight. Of course, this is much easier said than done, and people with diabetes need to be extra careful with what they put on their plates. Fortunately, the diabetes plate method mentioned above makes it a breeze.
Instead of counting carbohydrates and measuring servings, you can use your plate as a visual guide to prepare balanced, diabetes-friendly meals. Here is an overview of the five steps in this method, along with some examples of how to create a plate.
Before you begin, start with a plate about 9 inches in diameter. If you need more calories than average, use a larger plate, e.g. B. an 11- or 12-inch plate. If you need fewer calories, you can opt for a slightly smaller plate like an 8-inch plate.
