The Deal On Diabetes

The number of people diagnosed with diabetes is expected to increase dramatically as baby boomers hit their mid-40s and 50s, when Type 2 diabetes (the most common type of diabetes) tends to strike. Both Type 1 and 2 diabetes are serious conditions. The good news is that diabetes can be controlled by eating well and being active (plus taking any prescribed medication). Today, people with diabetes can live long, happy lives.

You can still eat well and enjoy great tasting foods! Beyond managing carbohydrates in the diet (including sugars), it is important to maintain a healthy weight.

Who’s At Risk?

• Over 45 years of age
• Overweight
• Little or no daily exercise
• Family history of diabetes

Top Tips

• Follow a meal plan developed with a registered dietician. 
• Don’t skip breakfast! Include nutrient-rich morning cereals.
• Choose most of your carbohydrates from fruits, vegetables and grains. 
• Choose lower fat or fat free dairy foods like milk, yoghurt and cheese which contain valuable nutrients like calcium. Check total energy content on the Nutrition Information label and count this into your meal plan.