In people with diabetes, protein intake should not exceed 15%-20% of the total daily calories. Since the effects of high amounts of protein and low amounts carbohydrates on the development of kidney disease has not been established, experts do not recommend diets high in proteins and low in carbohydrates (for example, Atkins Diet) in people with diabetes as a way to lose weight and control blood glucose levels.
Fat Intake:
People with diabetes have higher-than-normal risk for heart disease, stroke, and disease of the small vessels in the body. Controlling blood pressure, normalizing blood sugars, and limiting the amounts of fats in the diet will help lower the risk of these complications.
Limiting the amounts of saturated fats, exercise, and medical therapy can lower bad LDL cholesterol and increase good HDL cholesterol. This has been repeatedly shown in many studies to help people with diabetes reduce their risk of heart disease and reduce the risk of death if a heart attack does occurs in a diabetic person.
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