Diet for Diabetics and the Weight Conscious

By Jacquelin F. Grant

This book starts by outlining the primary nutrients of everyone's diet, the glycemic index and its application for people with diabetes. Included are the formula and examples of calculating the glycemic index of meals and a list of essential nutrients to regulate blood sugar, and their food sources. Keeping the body slightly alkaline is crucial for the promotion of good health. Listed are some alkaline-forming foods and Acid-forming foods. A balanced diet and meal suggestions inclusive of specific juices are included. You will also find the answer to why we need supplements and suggestion of how to choose them. Too, you will see the supplements that people with diabetes should consider taking.
The pros and cons of three weight management methods including the use of BMR, how to calculate caloric requirement and Keto diet are discussed, culminating into the fourth and most simple way to start a lifestyle with sustainable eating habit that manages weight and maintain good health.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Jacquelin F. Grant
• Release date: Jul 12, 2022
• ISBN: 9798201848460

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Preface

It was a close call of what could have been fatality from a prescribed drug for chronic sinusitis during the mid-1990s that changed my perspective, and nutritional journey. After taking the medication, I had extreme difficulty breathing. I explained my experience to a co-worker, who introduced the use of supplements. I subsequently started attending seminars that, among other subjects, presented the cause of sinusitis and how to use supplements to treat the condition effectively. Implementing my newfound knowledge with diet adjustments worked beautifully. Within a year, I was free of the infection, thus embarking on research to learn more about nutrition, how it works, and what foods help alleviate the onset of different diseases.

During that period of research, and when the consumption of saturated fats was ill-advised, I discovered from experience that animal fat was essential for the production of beneficial body fluids. To be specific, beef fat was what I used. Research concurred with my findings and revealed all the benefits of fats and its essentialities in the diet. Thus my research continued, which involved the nutrients, and other plant chemicals that heal, minimize, and prevent various diseases.

By 2009 I started assisting nutrition students online with their assignments. Subsequently, I thought it a good idea to author books that will help many more people to understand the basics of keeping healthy, thus my first publication, Nutrition That Keeps You Alive. After reading my book, a community nurse referred me to a patient that found it difficult to control her cholesterol level. The patient subsequently procured one of my books. Within a week, she reported the beginning of success. Several months later she said that based on tests done, her cholesterol level was average, and grocery cost also benefited, since she was spending far less for food at the market. After reading the publication, my doctor was impressed and advised me to write about diabetes and weight loss. Following that advice, I compiled the first edition of this book, Diet For Diabetics And The Weight Conscious". I grouped both conditions in one book simply because the diet and foods that address diabetes, also regulate fat accumulation.

Cancer is on the rise. Research suggests that it can be prevented, and I do believe it to be so, hence this, my third publication, Diet For Cancer Patients. Since its first edition, it has helped people who are willing to follow the suggestions. One lady who heard about it saw me on the road. At that time, I had only my copy. She insisted that I sell it to her. Since 2009, many people have benefited from my nutritional suggestions. I am aware of beneficiaries ranging from persons with sinusitis, arthritis, diabetes, kidney stones, hypertension, and cancer. I continue to advise people to what I do to maintain good health, among the multiple tasks I perform. You too, can benefit. This is your chance. You may also follow me at Health Wealth And Nutrition online.

Diet for Diabetics

and the

Weight Conscious

Jacquelin F. Grant

Copyright 2022 by Jacquelin F. Grant

All information contained in this book in addition to research done is according to the personal and professional experience of the author. It serves for information only and hence, claims no guarantees and not intended for diagnosis, treatment, or as a substitute for consulting with your physician or other health care providers. The publisher and author are not responsible for any adverse effect or consequence resulting from using any of this book's suggestions. All matters about your health should be supervised by a healthcare professional. Any similarity to real persons, living or dead is coincidental and not intended by the author.

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Cover designer: Jacquelin F. Gran

Author: Jacquelin F. Grant

Edited by Michael H. Gordon

Format by Jacquelin F. Grant

First Edition Published by Jacquelin F. Grant

February 2012

Second Edition Published by Jacquelin F. Grant

January 2021

First Edition Catalogue: National Library of Jamaica

CONTENT

Introduction

The Primary Nutrients

Essential Nutrients For Regulating Blood Sugar

Alkaline Foods

Acidic Foods

Daily Meals, Drink & Supplements

Body Weight Regulation

Easy Weight Management Lifestyle

Condensed Glycemic Index Table

Summary

References

Books by This Author

Afterwords

Publication that will Follow This Book

Introduction

Despite technological advancement, many people become afflicted by many illnesses, some of which are chronic. Notwithstanding the innate genetic role of some of these chronic illnesses, the diet has a vital part in determining the quality of life of persons affected.

Food is the material the body uses to repair and rebuild itself. Knowing the properties of foods and their impact on one’s life will empower one to make daily dietary decisions that result in a successful healthy lifestyle.

Each food has its unique chemical properties; this is born out in colour, taste and smell. These chemical properties serve as fundamental nutrients in our diet, keeping us at standard size, peek