New Living with Diabetes Plan! :

For years, members of eDiets.com with diabetes, pre-diabetes and those at risk, have had access to a unique meal plan known as the Living with Diabetes plan . The plan, modeled after the nutrition guidelines of the American Diabetes Association, provides a way of eating designed to meet the unique needs of a growing population affected by these conditions.

By following the Living with Diabetes (LWD) plan, members have not only shed unwanted pounds, but they have also improved blood glucose, blood pressure and blood fat levels -- all important concerns for reducing the risk of diabetes complications.

After much behind the scenes work, a newly revised Living with Diabetes plan is launching in the near future. The plan is being revised in response to the latest research, newly published guidelines and member input. The updated plan will support not only the current recommendations of the American Diabetes Association, but also the nutrition guidelines of one of America’s premier institutions for the care of individuals with diabetes, The Joslin Diabetes Center. Key changes: Carbohydrates
While the previous plan kept carbohydrates at about 50 percent of daily calories, the new plan will feature two new highlights: less carbohydrate (40 percent of calories) and a heavy focus on eating only whole grain versions of breads, cereals and pasta. The new plan excludes white flour products and instead highlights nutritious, high-fiber carbohydrates such as whole fruit, beans, peas and vegetables.

With the newly revised plan, members will also be eating more often. Eating smaller amounts more frequently means that carbohydrate intake can be spread out more evenly, preventing excessive hunger or overeating in response to long periods without food.

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Key changes: Protein
Not a meat eater? You don’t need to be to follow the new plan. The LWD meal plan can support your preferences to exclude red meat, fish or even poultry. The plan gives you the option of providing your protein through the use of soy, milk, eggs, seeds, nuts and beans, if you prefer.

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