HELLO MAAM I AM MR SHAH HAVING DIABETES SINCE 12 YEARS AS MY AGE IS 37 YEARS MY BLOOD LEVEL SUGAR ARE VERY HIGH ABOVE 250 BBF AND ABOVE 300 POST I AM DOING 4-5 DAYS A WEEK WEIGHT LIFTING NOT EATING MUCH OUTSIDE JUNK FOOD I AM ALSO TAKING INSULIN FOR LAST 5 YRS AS 6 UNITS FOR BREAKFAST AND 6 UNITS DINNER PLEASE GUIDE ME WHAT TO EAT TO LOWER MY DIABETES
Ans: High blood sugar levels can cause serious health problems, including heart disease, kidney disease, and nerve damage. But with treatment and lifestyle changes, you can control your blood glucose levels. You need to review the basal and bolus Insulin dosage to get blood sugar levels controlled. The main factors to remember for dietary modifications are to focus on complex carbohydrates and fiber from foods like whole grains, vegetables, fruits, beans, etc. Eat foods with a low glycemic index and a low glycemic load. Have adequate protein in every meal and avoid sugary and concentrated sugar foods like sweets, chocolate cakes, pastries, ice creams and fried foods should be avoided. Adopt a regular exercise schedule including aerobic and strengthening exercises.