Question 1

5'9" 190lbs type 2 diabetes what is the best diet for weight loss success?

Accepted Answer

It varies: A healthy well-balanced diet, 3 meals without snacks. Caloric restriction if you need to lose weight. There's no magic here. Find an eating plan you can follow the rest of your life, not a short-term diet. Check w/your registered dietitian.
If you truly have type 2 diabetes, oral therapy may be of help or glp agonist injections -- not just insulin.

Question 2

is ozempic (semaglutide)injection agood option for weight loss if bmi is 32 with no diabetes and is other fda approved drugs other than it for weight loss besides diet and exercise with no injection and good safety profile??

Accepted Answer

: The safest is to move to the DASH eating plan and set caloric intake so you lose weight. Get the app Cronometer to track calories you are eating and burning. Set calories lower than what you are eating and burning and weight will go down to where you want it. Most healthy is BMI of less than 25.

Question 3

was dx w/gestational diabetes. i have been counting carbs& watching my diet strictly. is 4-5 pd weight loss in 2wks ok?cut out all junk,only drink h2o

Accepted Answer

Medical Monitoring: It is difficult to say from the info you provided. It is important that you follow up with your doctor as soon as possible. 
Having a plan about when and how to check your sugar levels could be helpful. But again, you need to see your doctor to asses the weight loss, and also perform other tests in weight loss during pregnancy.

Question 4

what could cause both chronic iron defient anemia and chron hypoglycemia in an 11 yr old boy?  no blood loss.  good and balanced diet.  no diabetes.

Accepted Answer

May be: Between meals snacks. Sugar is the ultimate cause of hypoglycemia. That seems like a paradox but the biochemistry is complex. I suggest (if it applies) that he gets rid of all forms of sugar, ice cream, pop (including diet), candy chocolate etc on trial. It is a cheap approach.

Question 5

how does weight loss help in type 2 diabetes? i'm 155 lb, 5'7" 30 yrs, exercise regularly, balance diet, taking metformin, how much weight do i target?

Accepted Answer

No more: You are in a good weight for your height.  You don't want to drop more weight if you are in the ideal range.  Being too skiny is not a good thing either for you, your body, your health, your mental health.

Question 6

i am currently  at 220 pounds. my father and sister have lost limbs due to diabetes. is there a diet pill that is healthy and affordable to help me get off weight? if only for one month just to kick start my weight loss. is there anything that you can he

Accepted Answer

Diabetes &amp; Weight: Congrats on setting this goal.  Type 2 diabetes is primarily a lifestyle disorder, Type 1 is autoimmune.  if you are not yet diabetic ask your doc about he ketogenic food plan.  If already diabetic and taking oral meds, that can increase weight so ask about exercise plans, see a trainer, and see a nutritionist.  Keto can be a major help if do ok w/it for you. It's high good fat and low carbs.

Question 7

i've been told i have t2 diabetes. my hbac1 levels were 6.6, i'm from ireland, i'm wondering does this mean i'll need medication cause i'd rather work with my diet first?

Accepted Answer

: A HgbA1c og 6.6 is considered diabetic meaning that 6.6% of the hemoglobin in your blood is saturated with sugar. I recommend trying lifestyle changes &amp; not medication at this time. Stop all concentrated carbohydrates like sweets, candies,pastries,syrups, sweetened sodas, very sugary fruits like watermelon&amp; reduce starches like bread,pasta,rice,etc. Reach ideal weight &amp; exercise.See dietician also

Question 8

the best diet for asian diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Diabetic diet: If you are 24 you likely have type 1 or Insulin requiring diabetes especially if not overweight. Your doctor should sen you to a diabetic nurse clinician who is trained in teaching about the appropriate foods and amounts to eat.  He or she will coordinate care with your doctor.

Question 9

what diet should a diabetic individual follow?

Accepted Answer

Steady blood sugar: The most important goal for people with diabetes is to maintain normal blood sugar levels throughout the day by balancing food and medications you take. Guidelines recommend a diet where the carbohydrates come from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Avoid trans fats and excess salt (less than 1.5gm per day). It might be helpful to develop a diet together with a nutritionist.

Question 10

what to do if i'm diabetic in need of effective diet!?

Accepted Answer

Healthy diet: You could see a nutritionist (available thru your doctor's office). For my diabetic patients and all other patients, I recommend: whole grains only (no white or refined grains), nonfat dairy, legumes, nuts, healthy oils (canola &amp; olive), fruits &amp; veggies, &amp; lean meats; minimal refined anything, saturated fat, &amp; simple sugar. If you do that, at least what crosses your lips will be healthy.

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5'9" 190lbs type 2 diabetes what is the best diet for weight loss success?

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Is ozempic (semaglutide)injection agood option for weight loss if bmi is 32 with no diabetes and is other fda approved drugs other than it for weight loss besides diet and exercise with no injection and good safety profile??

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Was dx w/gestational diabetes. i have been counting carbs& watching my diet strictly. is 4-5 pd weight loss in 2wks ok?cut out all junk,only drink h2o

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What could cause both chronic iron defient anemia and chron hypoglycemia in an 11 yr old boy? no blood loss. good and balanced diet. no diabetes.

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How does weight loss help in type 2 diabetes? i'm 155 lb, 5'7" 30 yrs, exercise regularly, balance diet, taking metformin, how much weight do i target?

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I am currently at 220 pounds. my father and sister have lost limbs due to diabetes. is there a diet pill that is healthy and affordable to help me get off weight? if only for one month just to kick start my weight loss. is there anything that you can he

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I've been told i have t2 diabetes. my hbac1 levels were 6.6, i'm from ireland, i'm wondering does this mean i'll need medication cause i'd rather work with my diet first?

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The best diet for asian diabetic?

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