Q&A ‘ARE YOU SURE IT’S SAFE TO EAT FAT?’ AND TWO OTHER QUESTIONS FOR DR SCHOONBEE.
Q: Somebody told me that because I’m diabetic, I should restrict my intake of protein as it can raise my blood sugar. Is that true?
No, it isn’t true. Although proteins need insulin to be metabolised in the body, they don’t affect blood glucose levels under normal circumstances. The body may be able to
