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Diabetes is a condition
characterized by the body's inability to efficiently burn up
the sugars (carbohydrates) which have been consumed. This is
caused by an insufficient production of insulin. You do not
need to buy special foods because you are diabetic. You may
eat the same foods purchased for the family. Foods that are
labeled "dietetic" are not necessarily intended for people
with diabetes. Foods that are labeled "sugar-free" are not
necessarily low in calories. Food Exchange - Foods grouped
together on a list according to similarities in food values.
Measured amounts of foods within the group may be used as
"tradeoffs" in planning meals. A single Exchange contains
equal amounts of calories, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals,
fats and vitamins. Calorie - A unit used to express heat or
energy value of food. Nutrient - Substance in food necessary
for life. Protein, fats, vitamins, carbohydrates, minerals and
water are nutrients. Carbohydrate - One of the three major
energy sources of foods. Carbohydrates yield about 4 calories
per gram. Fat - One of the major energy sources of food. Fat
yields about 9 calories per gram. Protein - One of the three
major nutrient groups in foods which contain amino acids that
are essential for the life processes. Protein provides about 4
calories per gram.
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