Question 1

is protein intake any different if you have type 1 diabetes?i s it fine if i eat 170g protein (i'm 17 y/o and my weight is 168lbs and height is 6.1)

Accepted Answer

You are doing fine: and your protein intake is suitable, in diabetes in general, it is rather the carbohydrates and fats that you need to watch diligently. A dietician, if you have access to one, can help you a lot and coach you right through your diet for better control of your weight, hence your diabetes, which I believe your are taking good care of, best wishes

Question 2

what healthy proteins should i eat if diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Fish lean poultry: I usually reccomend fish, lean poultry and egg whites. Lentils are also a good source of protein and are compatible with vegetarian diet.

Question 3

protein intake for man doing workout?

Accepted Answer

The optimal intake: Is 1gram per two pounds of body weight.

Question 4

what approaches work best to intake protein?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you eat dairy products you can try greek yogurt or cottage cheese (otherwise soy/almond/coconut yogurt). Non dairy sources include chia seeds, beans, lentils, quinoa, eggs, artichokes, broccoli, avocado, asparagus, tofu, peas, spinach, beet greens, peanuts, pistachios, sesame seeds, garbanzo beans.

Question 5

why excessive sugar intake leads to diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Excessive sugar: Yes, it can lead to diabetes. You need to take much less sugar. 
I don't have a share in this but I am drinking "Lipton, Diet Green Tea".  It is free of calories and it is not expensive - 12 bottles (each 16.9 fluid ounces) for somewhere between 4 or 5 dollars.

Question 6

is sugar intake a major contributor to diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No: This is simply not true. Autoimmunity in kids, genetics in adults, mostly. Having diabetes is difficult enough without misguided friends saying, "aren't you sorry you ate all that sugar when you were young?" diabetics do well to limit their use of rapidly-absorbed carbs like sweets.

Question 7

which side effects will high protein intake have?

Accepted Answer

Over-protein = fat: The body can only metabolize so much protein, anything over and above will be converted to fat as storage.

Question 8

if i have diabetes 2 can i take vi shape protein?

Accepted Answer

Possible: Research shows vi shaped protein will help to loose weight and okay to use in diabetes.

Question 9

2.2 gm/kg  what does this mean( it is about protein intake)?

Accepted Answer

Based on Weight: It means they recommend you take in 2.2 grams of protein for every kilogram of body weight.  As a side note, that seems like a lot of protein.  The us fda recommends about 0.5 to 1 gm per kilogram per day for an average adult.  Your protein intake depends on your goals (muscle building etc).  Please consult with your doctor before beginning a specific diet regimen.

Question 10

how does changing the protein intake in your diet has on your urine?

Accepted Answer

None: This is no clinical effect on the urine.

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Is protein intake any different if you have type 1 diabetes?i s it fine if i eat 170g protein (i'm 17 y/o and my weight is 168lbs and height is 6.1)

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What healthy proteins should i eat if diabetes?

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Protein intake for man doing workout?

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Why excessive sugar intake leads to diabetes?

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Is sugar intake a major contributor to diabetes?

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Which side effects will high protein intake have?

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