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Diabetes 101 (continued)
Contributed by: Fredrick Manasseh, Pharm.D. Candidate
UMKC School of Pharmacy
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Myths about Diabetes (continued)
Eating too much sugar causes diabetes.
No. Diabetes is caused by a combination of genetic and lifestyle factors. However, being overweight does increase your risk for developing type 2 diabetes. If you have a history of diabetes in your family, eating a healthy meal plan and regular exercise are recommended to manage your weight.
People with diabetes should eat special diabetic foods.
A healthy meal plan for people with diabetes is the same as that for everyone - low in fat, moderate in salt and sugar, with meals based on whole grain foods, vegetables and fruit. Diabetic and "dietetic" versions of sugar-containing foods offer no special benefit. They still raise blood glucose levels.
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If you have diabetes, you should only eat small amounts of starchy foods, such as bread, potatoes and pasta.
Starchy foods are part of a healthy meal plan. What is important is the portion size. Whole grain breads, cereals, pasta, rice and starchy vegetables like potatoes, yams, peas and corn can be included in your meals and snacks. The key is portions. For most people with diabetes, having 3-4 servings of carbohydrate-containing foods is about right. Whole grain starchy foods are also a good source of fiber, which helps keep your gut healthy.
People with diabetes are more likely to get colds and other illnesses.
No. You are no more likely to get a cold or another illness if you have diabetes. However, people with diabetes are advised to get flu shots. This is because
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any infection interferes with your blood glucose management, putting you at risk of high blood glucose levels and, for those with type 1 diabetes, an increased risk of ketoacidosis.
Fruit is a healthy food. Therefore, it is ok to eat as much of it as you wish.
Fruit is a healthy food. It contains fiber and lots of vitamins and minerals. Because fruit contains carbohydrate, it needs to be included in your meal plan. Talk to your dietitian about the amount, frequency and types of fruits you should eat.
For information about diabetes and how to properly manage the disease, please visit www.diabetes.org.
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8120 Parallel Parkway
Kansas City, KS 66109
(913) 334-1660
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Kansas City, MO 64151
(816) 746-1475
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Lee's Summit, MO 64086
(816) 525-1479
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Olathe, KS 66062
(913) 782-2039
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Fairway, KS 66205
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6900 W. 135th Street
Overland Park, KS 66223
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6450 Sprint Parkway
Overland Park, KS 66251
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5800 Antioch Rd.
Merriam, KS 66202
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