Posted on 04/24/2014 4:28:55 PM PDT by neverdem
Low-carb, high-fat diets outperformed low-fat diets for managing and even reversing type 2 diabetes, Diabetes.co.uk reported.
According to an eight-year study conducted by the Second University of Naples, men and women who followed the low-carb, higher-fat Mediterranean diet were able to come off their diabetes drugs and reverse their diabetes symptoms more readily than people who followed a low-fat diet.
In the study, two groups of diabetic men and women were instructed to either follow a low-fat diet or a low-carb, high-fat Mediterranean diet that was comprised of at least 30% fat.
The results showed that the higher-fat, low-carb dieters were able to live without their diabetes medication for eight years, while the low-fat group required drugs after only six years.
What's more, 15% of the low-carb, high-fat dieters experienced partial or complete remission of their diabetes within the first year, while only 5% of the low-fat dieters experienced partial or full remission. And after six years, 4% of the LCHF dieters experienced remission, while none of the low-fat dieters did.
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The Mediterranean diet is not technically a low-carb, high-fat (LCHF) diet like the Atkins or ketogenic diets, where dietary fat can make up more than 70% of total caloric intake, but it's definitely not a low-fat.
The Mediterranean diet emphasizes healthy fats, lean proteins, vegetables, beans, nuts, and seeds. The diet is based on the traditional eating plans of Italian, Greek, Spanish, and other Mediterranean cultures, and is the diet followed by Spanish actress Penelope Cruz and TV star Brooke Burke Charvet, who recently overcame...
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All I know is, the diet I follow that limits sodium, carbs and fat has worked for me. Lost weight, improved cholesterol and diabetes numbers and has lowered blood pressure. The meds I take have been reduced and some of them I might one day not have to take anymore.
By the way, my cardiologist is highly regarded and respected by his peers too. But he also has enough sense to know that he, like most doctors, doesn't know everything about diet, so he referred me to a registered dietitian. The diet I follow came from that dietitian and it has worked for me. And I still consult with that dietitian once a year in case there are any new advances.
I got fat and wrecked my health through excess. Too much of anything — including fat — can damage your health. I'm not about to undo the progress I've made by following fad diets promoted by charlatans with MD after their names who only want to sell a book and a bunch of overpriced, totally useless products.
By the way, my cardiologist is highly regarded and respected by his peers too. But he also has enough sense to know that he, like most doctors, doesn't know everything about diet, so he referred me to a registered dietitian. The diet I follow came from that dietitian and it has worked for me. And I still consult with that dietitian once a year in case there are any new advances.
I got fat and wrecked my health through excess. Too much of anything — including fat — can damage your health. I'm not about to undo the progress I've made by following fad diets promoted by charlatans with MD after their names who only want to sell a book and a bunch of overpriced, totally useless products.
Don't misunderstand. I think the larger point here is that everyone's body is different to some degree. The funny thing is that it seems that the government wants all of us to follow the same dietary program (i.e. Michelle Obama and the school lunch nonsense). They do large statistical analyses with many participants and then make broad conclusions they think should apply to everyone (not unlike education).
My family has numerous insulin dependent diabetics (mother, father, brother), and cancer is common. We have virtually no heart disease. I know other families that are completely opposite, where heart disease is common. People have to figure out what works their bodies.
I read Dr. Adkins book, and, like many others who are at a high risk for diabetes, it made a huge difference in my health. I got rid of the sugar in the coffee and other sweets, and rarely eat desserts. The doctor gives me a blood test once a year and the lipids have always been normal.
It is my opinion that low fat diets have led to the diabetes epidemic. Also to the dementia epidemic as well.
Most definitely! They are both health foods. (I’m not kidding)
I’m doing a form of Atkins right now - protein and vegetables, including cheese and salad dressing with fat.. Not so bad, not hungry.
Miss the wine but won’t miss the midriff bulge.
I low carb. My last trig reading was 20.
Not a typo.
I recently read Grain Brain; The Surprising Truth About Wheat, Carbs and Sugar— Your Brain’s Silent Killers by David Perlmutter. Very good information. I especially learned about the importance of cholesterol in relation to one’s brain. I abhor the medical professions penchant for prescribing Statin drugs. IMO, they are destroying many people’s minds and slowly killing millions.
3 months on the Fuhrman plan, and I was taken off diabetes medication (Metformin). My HbAiC went from 11 to 4.6, and my blood glucose readings were below 100.
I've put on a few pounds because I've fallen a bit on the exercise side, but I'll be ready for my 60th birthday in a couple of weeks, enjoying a 15 mile walk, the good Lord willing.
I assume you’ve given up sodas altogether.
I treat myself to a diet Ginger ale once or twice a week. Haven't had a Coke Classic in a year and a half.
Lately, I've added Prosecco and Cava to my beverage list. I've been taking a wine and viticulture class at the local CC, and it's been a lot of fun. My adult beverage intake is now maybe 3-5 glasses a week.
But you’re still diabetic; however, managing it... right?
I used to drink a lot of diet Mountain Dew. My beverages now are water, coffee, tea, wine & beer. I can make a case for the health benefits of these drinks. I eat fresh fruit instead of juice(too much sugar). I do drink low sodium V8 juice which I spice up with cayenne pepper. It’s an excellent source of potassium.
Btw, I turn 60 this year,too. Three years ago I thought my life was over. Doctors solution was ever more prescribed drugs which just kept making things worse. I started doing intense research on diet, supplements etc. until now I am enjoying great health and looking forward to many good years ahead.
Yes, I'm still diabetic. Even if you can reverse it, I believe it stays with you, so you have to manage it daily.
Changing my diet and exercise habits has made a big difference in my quality of life. My next goal is to get off Crestor, but my doctor prescribes it for the anti-inflammatory effects on the heart. The only side effect I've encountered so far is occasional lower back pain.
I see my doctor every 3-4 months...I'm holding off the next trip until after my birthday. I should be able to drop a few pounds over the next 2-3 weeks.
I’m glucose resistant and soy intolerant Have followed the glycemic index for years Thank God I found it! With all the snow this winter was not able to get out and EXERCISE or get to the grocery for fresh produce My weight and sugar levels rose. Just recently put on metformin Have already lost weight and sugar is almost where in was last fall.
With soy in everything ( government allow it as filler in hamburger and still be label 100% beef) I’ve eaten God made not man made food look a likes for years
With that said exercise seems to be the key for me
As long as they are organic (and the beef is grass-fed). You wouldn’t want to eat them if you knew how conventionally, factory-farmed livestock are raised.
Hoosiermama, consistent exercise is the key for everyone who is ambulatory.
One New Year's resolution I've been failing miserably on is to be more selfish about my diet and exercise regimens. Life gets in the way, with a son in Scouts and baseball, and it's a tough act to juggle. However, I was able to get in a 7 mile walk yesterday, but I need to do that more than just a couple times a week.
As I was heading out the door, my wife asked me if I would take my eldest son's dog with me. I wasn't the one who volunteered to take care of it while my son went on vacation. Last time I did it, the dog pooped out after 3 1/2 miles, and my pace is not all that brisk (approx 17 min/mile). Obviously, the dog stayed in the back yard.
My weight will be back down in a few weeks, now that the weather is better. As long as my HbA1c is in the 5-6 range, I'll know I'm in good shape. If it gets past 6, then I'll have to tighten things up. Blood glucose has ranged from 100-120, but that will come back down with consistent exercise.
Cholestoral's a different story. My problem is my good cholestoral level's a bit low, and many of the foods that bring it up also raise blood glucose. Finding the "sweet spot" is a challenge.
Good luck with your regimen.
Stress is another issue. We have hospice in for my father. I’m his caregiver.
Last week I got my first grand daughter ( have a grandson). Although both are great blessings they still add to the stress level that only additional exercise seems to help.
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