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There are two types of diabetes and its difference is the dependence or not of insulin.

* Type I – Insulin Dependent (medicated with insulin)
* Type II – Insulin Independent

Diabetic diets should consider values to be observed when combining food. These are what make the formula caloric distribution of carbohydrates, proteins and lipids.
For these cases it is very important to respect the proper distribution of nutrients, 50% carbohydrate, 15% protein and 30% fat.

Of the total carbohydrates consumed, must be careful that 70% belong to the group of complexes. It is also advisable to use 30 to 40 grams / day of soluble fiber (oat bran) and that lowers blood sugar levels.
So much for this diet to any type of food is extremely useful to consider the tips for good food.

Insulin Dependent Diabetes Type I

Type I diabetics should be scrupulously observed every meal times during the day. In turn, these schedules will be distributed according to the type of insulin and its peak action. Therefore, it is not advisable to skip any meals or change their feeding schedules abruptly. Read the rest of this entry »