Weight loss post an individualised diet or physical activity is good for the heart...
Weight follows a very simple concept of energy balance.
Weight Gain = Energy intake is more than energy consumed.
Weight Loss = Energy intake is less than energy consumed.
Diabetes and overweight/ obesity does not go well together. Losing weight not only prevents us from diabetes and but also helps patients with diabetes in managing their condition. Weight loss in diabetes helps in better utilisation of insulin by the body.
First step towards losing weight is weighing oneself and finding out the ideal body weight. This will help in setting a realistic weight loss in diabetes target. Doctors and dietitians play a very important role in guiding the patients with diabetes setting up a convincing weight loss target and a nutritious diet plan.
Quality of diet is as important as quantity of diet and it should be a balance of all important nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, fibre and water.
Tips for weight reduction:
Follow these tips for weigh reduction to keep your diabetes levels under control.
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