There are many essential aspects of diabetes management, but it’s no surprise that one of the most common questions people have about diabetes is “What can I eat?” The American Diabetes Association’s nutrition philosophy is: “informed food choices are essential for living well” and there are 7 key meal patterns as well as the Diabetes Plate to help guide food choices. However, food is more than just simply nutrients – it plays an important role in our culture, communities and celebrations – and it’s only one of many factors that influence our health. 

Tune into this episode to learn about:

●       seven key meal patterns for managing diabetes

●       the Diabetes Plate and who might benefit from using it

●       the ADA’s new sister organization focused on obesity

●       the ADA’s approach to “food as medicine”

●       diabetes distress and how it impacts behaviors and outcomes

●       fasting and diabetes

●       including cultural and celebratory foods into healthy meal patterns

●       lifestyle factors beyond food

●       benefits of medications

●       GLP-1s for diabetes vs weight management

●       important takeaways and resources for the public and health professionals  

Full shownotes, transcript and resources: https://soundbitesrd.com/278