Question 1

How to start a ketogenic lifestyle to come out of diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Ketogenic lifestyle dictates a person to have high protein and fat with low or zero carbohydrate diet. Every Diabetic patient may not be the ideal candidate for this diet with respect to high fat intake.

Question 2

What is a diabetic doctor called?

Accepted Answer

Internal medicine specialist or Diabetologist.

Question 3

Can I expect diabetes patients have normal life?

Accepted Answer

Yes, absolutely a Diabetic patient can lead a normal life when it is managed properly with proper diet, physical acitivity, being compliant with medications and regulat doctor visits.

Question 4

What are the best books for dealing with type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Foods with low GI are best options

Question 5

Epidemiology of Diabetes and Diabetes-Related Complications

Accepted Answer

Exact cause is unknown but most appreciated hypothesis is either low insulin or insulin resistance due to genetic +/- environmental factors. Increased risk of Heart attack/ Angina/ Stroke, Nerve damage, Kidney damage, Gastroparesis (Nausea/ vomiting) Diarrhea or constipation, Eye damage - blindness, Increased risk of cataract and glaucoma, Foot damage/ amputations, Skin infections, Increased risk of Alzheimer's disease/ Depression/ Hearing impairment.

Question 6

Can diabetic patients eat pineapple?

Accepted Answer

Pineapple is rich in fibre and is fat free, so its good to eat in moderation.

How to start a ketogenic lifestyle to come out of diabetes?

How to start a ketogenic lifestyle to come out of diabetes?

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