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10/31/09 06:54 PM

" where can i get a list of Substitute drinks and foods and take out restaurants for a type 2 diabetic"
Asked By: vee0515  
Category: Type 2

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Hi my fiance has just learned he is a type 2 diabetic we dont know where this came from because he eats really healthy and sometimes has a sweet tooth rarely .Now we have hard times going out to eat or cooking at home he only drinks water now and wants to drink other things is there a book or list i can get that tells you what a type 2 diabetic can have instead of the not so good stuff please help ....

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11/04/09 07:27 PM

Hello,

Thanks for bringing your question to dLife. Your fiance is fortunate to have your support.

Beverages that do not increase blood glucose (sugar) include artificially sweetened drinks, such as non-caffeinated diet sodas, Crystal Light, herbal teas, decaffeinated teas, decaffeinated coffee, artificially-sweetened flavored water, etc. Beverages can be sweetened with artificial sweeteners such as Splenda, Equal, etc.

Since caffeine can increase blood glucose (sugar) levels, it is best to limit foods and beverages containing caffeine.

There are many factors associated with the onset of type 2 diabetes. Healthful eating alone may not prevent its development.

I recommend that your fiance talk with a registered dietitian about establishing an individualized meal and exercise plan. He or she can help him to figure out what and how much to eat to better control his blood glucose levels.

Consider accompanying him to the diabetes education sessions so that you can also learn more about diabetes management.

Take care.

Answered By: Liz Quintana
Accreditations: EdD, RD, LD, CDE,CPT
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