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Internet Support for the Diabetic Diet
If you’re like most people receiving a diagnosis of Diabetes, you may be scared, confused and overwhelmed. Where in the past there might have been a shortage of information about Diabetes, there’s now a glut of it! This can sometimes make it hard to separate the helpful information from fluff.
In this case, the internet is your new best friend! Especially when it comes to the dietary changes necessary to control your Diabetes, the internet can be in an invaluable tool to bring reliable information about using nutrition as part of your overall Diabetes treatment plan.
The American Heart Association
Yep. You heard that right. The American Heart Association has developed a program to inform the public about the risks and treatment of Diabetes. And while it might seem strange that an organization known for educating the public about heart disease would be involved in Diabetes awareness, it makes sense when you consider that those with Diabetes are at an increased risk of developing heart disease and stroke, as well as high blood pressure, cholesterol disorders, and insulin resistance. The American Heart Association’s website, www.americanheart.org, has a comprehensive and informative section on Diabetes. You can find data on the potential side effects of the disease, tips on controlling high blood pressure, and a fitness plan that can help you get in shape as a way to further control your Diabetes.Most importantly, there is a wealth of information on weight control – crucial because being overweight significantly increases you chances of developing Diabetes, and the severity of the disease if you already have it. There’s a BMI calculator to help you figure out your weight loss goals and a detailed outline of recommended carbohydrate consumption for those with Diabetes. This is especially important because the types and amounts of carbohydrates you eat can mean the difference between controlling your Diabetes with diet and having to resort to insulin (on your doctor’s orders, of course!).
The American Heart Association even has an eating plan that was specifically developed for people with Diabetes. The Heart Of Diabetes: The Game Plan for a Healthy Life is a 12-week program to help you get physical, drop any extra weight, and get heart healthy.
The American Diabetes Association
Why not go right to the source?!
The American Diabetes Association, www.diabetes.org, has more information about Diabetes than any other website – which stands to reason since they are dedicated to informing and educating the public about the prevention and treatment of Diabetes.
Weight Loss matters is a health and fitness plan developed by The American Diabetes Association. The Nutrition and Recipes section has a detailed breakdown of healthy food choices for people with Diabetes, as well as an explanation of the Diabetic Food Pyramid (modeled after the USDA Food Pyramid), recipes, a guide to reading food labels to manage your Diabetes – even a Sweeteners and Desserts Guide to help you tackle the toughest Diabetes restriction – sugar!
You are Not Alone
Although getting a diagnosis of Diabetes, or even being told you are at greater risk of developing Diabetes, can feel ominous, there are organizations that provide support and guidance for managing the condition.
By utilizing these organizations, you can streamline all the information about controlling Diabetes with diet and exercise. And the best part? You can do it all from the comfort of your own home!
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