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Question: My father age 87 is having diabetes since 3 years. He has lost considerable weight since he developed diabetes (67 to 57). He would like to know fruits he should eat or should not eat. eg. he likes to eat banana but we heard that same is not for diabetics. Please advise about food, fruits, diet plan. In general he eats quite less now.
Brief Answer:
we will give you the diet chart
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for posting the query.
Kindly send the weight and height of your father.Send the blood sugar level too.
So that our dietitian will forward you the diet chart
Take care
Regards
Dr Priyanka g XXXXXXX
we will give you the diet chart
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for posting the query.
Kindly send the weight and height of your father.Send the blood sugar level too.
So that our dietitian will forward you the diet chart
Take care
Regards
Dr Priyanka g XXXXXXX
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Priyanka G Raj
Dear Dr,
Data for my father as under please :
1. Weight : Now 57 kg earlier used to be 67 kg 2 years back
2. Height : 172 cm
3. Sugar level : 158 fasting; 165 after food
Thanks.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Data for my father as under please :
1. Weight : Now 57 kg earlier used to be 67 kg 2 years back
2. Height : 172 cm
3. Sugar level : 158 fasting; 165 after food
Thanks.
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Brief Answer:
Follow the below diet chart
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing again
It is important to note that a balanced diet with all major food groups is important to manage blood sugar levels.
Here are some simple diet related tips to help you understand the type to food that you may include in your diet routine:-
Avoid simple sugars like glucose, honey, candies, sugar, chocolates, ice creams, fried food and refined food like white bread. Fatty dairy products like cheese, cream, mayonnaise and butter are best avoided. However you are required to maintain a fat intake of 3-4 tsp. per day as it is important for the absorption of fat soluble vitamins and other nutrients.
Restrict fruits rich in carbohydrates like XXXXXXX sapota, grapes, banana, custard apple and avocado and vegetables like potato, colocasia, yam, pumpkin and tapioca. Check the intake of nuts and dry fruits. Nuts provides the good fat and hence a moderate use is always beneficial. However avoid taking the fried or salted nuts. Eat the allowed fruits along with the skin but at the same time make sure that the fruits are washed properly. Avoid coconut and its products, except coconut water which may be included in moderation.
Ensure that there is sufficient intake of raw vegetables and salads in the diet. Raw vegetables, salads and fruits add the much needed fiber to the diet. It delays the absorption of sugar and helps in maintaining the blood sugar levels. Promotes regular bowl movements and support weight maintenance by regulating the calorie intake. Also include the cooked beans and peas and whole grain products in the diet.
Avoid the intake of white bread and buns, cakes and cookies as these are mostly made with refined flour and contain Trans or Saturated fat and sugar.
Consider taking oils like soybean, mustard, canola, safflower, rice XXXXXXX olive and corn oil as these are good sources of unsaturated fat. The intake of these should be limited to 5-6 tsp. per day.
Add legumes and pulses in the diet. Low fat milk and its products are also good sources of quality protein. If you are non-vegetarian, than limit the intake of non-veg to lean cuts of chicken and fish and take only the whites of egg.
Protein supplements may also be considered since you are losing weight. Any protein supplement which is especially formulated for people with diabetes can be included. Some examples are Resource High protein, Glucerna SR and D- Protein. You are advised to consult your doctor before taking the supplements.
My final tip is a simple yet the most important one… TAKE SUFFICIENT WATER AND AVOID ALCOHOL AND CARBONATED BEVERAGES.
Doing regular physical activities for 30 minutes every day would help. Changes in the activity pattern throughout the week, leaves a positive impact on the activity pattern:
Remember that Diabetes Management is a continuous process, a well-planned diet and activity routine is crucial to its success.
Here is a sample menu for you:
Early Morning:
Lukewarm water with 1 tbsp. aloe Vera Gel - 1 Glass
Fenugreek Sprouts ½ cup
Breakfast:
Non fried preparations
whole wheat bread - 2-3 slices / vegetable poha, upma, XXXXXXX Sevian - 1 cup / idli - 2 no with Sambhar - ¾ cup / cereals with skimmed milk - 1 cup / stuffed chapatti - 2 no etc.
Mid-Morning:
Fruits (avoid the carbohydrate rich fruits like XXXXXXX sapota, grapes, banana, custard apple and watermelon) - 1 no or 3/4 Cup cut fruits
Lunch:
2 dry chapatti OR Brown rice- 1 cup
sabji -1 katori
dal – 1 katori OR Skimmed curd / raita
Salad - 1 katori
Evening Snacks:
Tea / Coffee (no sugar) - 1 Glass + high fiber biscuits- 2 nos.
Late Evening Snacks:
Sprouts Chaat / boiled black channa/rajma with onion and tomato-1/2 cup or veg sandwich -1 no.
Dinner:
2 chapatti + vegetable 1 katori + skimmed buttermilk 1 glass + salad 1 katori.
Post Dinner:
Skimmed milk (no sugar) - 1 glass
Presoaked almonds- 2 nos
Take care
Regards
Dr Priyanka G Raj
Follow the below diet chart
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing again
It is important to note that a balanced diet with all major food groups is important to manage blood sugar levels.
Here are some simple diet related tips to help you understand the type to food that you may include in your diet routine:-
Avoid simple sugars like glucose, honey, candies, sugar, chocolates, ice creams, fried food and refined food like white bread. Fatty dairy products like cheese, cream, mayonnaise and butter are best avoided. However you are required to maintain a fat intake of 3-4 tsp. per day as it is important for the absorption of fat soluble vitamins and other nutrients.
Restrict fruits rich in carbohydrates like XXXXXXX sapota, grapes, banana, custard apple and avocado and vegetables like potato, colocasia, yam, pumpkin and tapioca. Check the intake of nuts and dry fruits. Nuts provides the good fat and hence a moderate use is always beneficial. However avoid taking the fried or salted nuts. Eat the allowed fruits along with the skin but at the same time make sure that the fruits are washed properly. Avoid coconut and its products, except coconut water which may be included in moderation.
Ensure that there is sufficient intake of raw vegetables and salads in the diet. Raw vegetables, salads and fruits add the much needed fiber to the diet. It delays the absorption of sugar and helps in maintaining the blood sugar levels. Promotes regular bowl movements and support weight maintenance by regulating the calorie intake. Also include the cooked beans and peas and whole grain products in the diet.
Avoid the intake of white bread and buns, cakes and cookies as these are mostly made with refined flour and contain Trans or Saturated fat and sugar.
Consider taking oils like soybean, mustard, canola, safflower, rice XXXXXXX olive and corn oil as these are good sources of unsaturated fat. The intake of these should be limited to 5-6 tsp. per day.
Add legumes and pulses in the diet. Low fat milk and its products are also good sources of quality protein. If you are non-vegetarian, than limit the intake of non-veg to lean cuts of chicken and fish and take only the whites of egg.
Protein supplements may also be considered since you are losing weight. Any protein supplement which is especially formulated for people with diabetes can be included. Some examples are Resource High protein, Glucerna SR and D- Protein. You are advised to consult your doctor before taking the supplements.
My final tip is a simple yet the most important one… TAKE SUFFICIENT WATER AND AVOID ALCOHOL AND CARBONATED BEVERAGES.
Doing regular physical activities for 30 minutes every day would help. Changes in the activity pattern throughout the week, leaves a positive impact on the activity pattern:
Remember that Diabetes Management is a continuous process, a well-planned diet and activity routine is crucial to its success.
Here is a sample menu for you:
Early Morning:
Lukewarm water with 1 tbsp. aloe Vera Gel - 1 Glass
Fenugreek Sprouts ½ cup
Breakfast:
Non fried preparations
whole wheat bread - 2-3 slices / vegetable poha, upma, XXXXXXX Sevian - 1 cup / idli - 2 no with Sambhar - ¾ cup / cereals with skimmed milk - 1 cup / stuffed chapatti - 2 no etc.
Mid-Morning:
Fruits (avoid the carbohydrate rich fruits like XXXXXXX sapota, grapes, banana, custard apple and watermelon) - 1 no or 3/4 Cup cut fruits
Lunch:
2 dry chapatti OR Brown rice- 1 cup
sabji -1 katori
dal – 1 katori OR Skimmed curd / raita
Salad - 1 katori
Evening Snacks:
Tea / Coffee (no sugar) - 1 Glass + high fiber biscuits- 2 nos.
Late Evening Snacks:
Sprouts Chaat / boiled black channa/rajma with onion and tomato-1/2 cup or veg sandwich -1 no.
Dinner:
2 chapatti + vegetable 1 katori + skimmed buttermilk 1 glass + salad 1 katori.
Post Dinner:
Skimmed milk (no sugar) - 1 glass
Presoaked almonds- 2 nos
Take care
Regards
Dr Priyanka G Raj
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Priyanka G Raj
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