Question

Anita has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Which kind of diet is best for her?

Answer 1

A diet with lots of fruits, vegetables and whole grains to keep the glucose levels steady.

Answer 2

Answer:

Anita's diet should be low in sugar, white flour and carbohydrates, because all of this increases blood glucose levels.

Explanation:

Type 2 diabetes is one that usually appears as a consequence of overweight and poor diet, appearing in adulthood. It is easier to control and greatly improves with weight loss and regular physical activity.  Anita's diet should have low amounts of white flour sugar and carbohydrates.

The type 2 diabetic diet should have low amounts of sugar, white flour and carbohydrates. The foods allowed in the type 2 diabetes diet are those rich in fiber, protein and good fats, such as:

• Whole grains: whole wheat flour, rice and pasta, oats, popcorn;
• Legumes: beans, soybeans, chickpeas, lentils, peas;
• Vegetables in general, except potatoes, sweet potatoes, cassava and yam, as they have a high carbohydrate concentration and should be eaten in small portions;
• Meat in general, except processed meat such as ham, turkey breast, sausage, sausage, bacon, bologna and salami;
• Fruits in general, provided they are consumed 1 unit at a time;
• Good fats: avocado, coconut, olive oil, coconut oil and butter;
• Oilseeds: nuts, peanuts, hazelnuts, walnuts and almonds;
• Milk and dairy products, care should be taken to choose yoghurts without added sugar.