Diet for diabetics

Of the two main types of diabetes, the so-called adult-onset Type 2 diabetes affects more than 1o% of the population. Since it is rarer in childhood, the number should be understood as one in every 6-7 of adults. a person may develop the disease. In addition to genetics, obesity, a sedentary lifestyle and improper eating habits predispose to diabetes to a large extent. The publication summarizes the basics of the diabetic diet, which, according to today's concepts, does not consist of diabetic preparations, but of the careful selection of food ingredients, - paying attention to the fact that the diet contains as many vegetables, fruits, fiber and foods with a low glycemic index as possible. The diet is therefore not only important for diabetics, but also for all individuals who are prone to obesity or lead a sedentary lifestyle, as they can protect themselves from the risk of developing diabetes and its complications.