Is the oats & Almond is good for diabetic patients.

PARAMJEET SINGH

8 months ago

Is the oats & Almond is good for diabetic patients.

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Happy Tummy Expert

8 months ago

Dear PARAMJEET SINGH, Thank you for the question

Yes, oats & almonds can be consumed by diabetic patients. Oats is a good source of fiber, complex carbohydrates, antioxidants. Consumption of oats, oatmeal etc can provide potential health benefits as follows:

May help in reducing total plasma cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol level.

May aid in managing postprandial blood glucose and insulin response,
Can help lower the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Oats in their natural pure form are considered to be naturally gluten free therefore can be safe for consumption by individuals with gluten allergy/ intolerance. However before purchase always read the labels to be aware of ‘cross contamination’ and ‘allergen information’

Almonds can be consumed on a regular basis with other Nuts & seeds as a part of your daily balanced diet as they are low in Glycaemic index as well as they are a good source of essential nutrients such as Vitamin B, Protein, zinc, fiber, MUFA (Monounsaturated fatty acids) & PUFA (Polyunsaturated fatty acids). According to studies almonds have been suggested to reduce heart disease risk by lowering total and LDL cholesterol, they have exerting anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.

Increased blood sugar levels is termed as Diabetes mellitus which is a chronic metabolic disorder that prevents the body to utilise glucose completely or partially. It is characterised by raised glucose concentration in blood and alterations in carbohydrates, protein & fat metabolism. Various factors like genetics, sedentary lifestyle, acute stress etc., can cause diabetes.

A fasting blood sugar level of <110 mg/dL is considered normal.
≥110 to <126 mg/dL indicates you have impaired fasting glucose.
≥126 mg/dL indicates you have diabetes.

Management of any type of diabetes requires diagnosis and further assistance

For guidance on medications and specific health needs please contact a specialised health care professional such as a diabetologist for further assistance and management.

Here are a few tips to help manage Diabetes

It is recommended to have low GI (Glycaemic index) foods. Simple sugars should be restricted since they are easily absorbed and have high glycaemic index. Some of the Low GI foods include green leafy vegetables, green beans, apples, orange, pear, wheat, millets, pulses, lentils etc.
High protein intake helps to increase insulin production & promote satiety. Pulses, lentils, eggs, lean meat, paneer etc., are a good source of protein.
Combination of oils is preferrable. Include monounsaturated (MUFA) & Polyunsaturated (PUFA) containing oils like sunflower oil, ground nut oil, Gingelly oils.
Increase intake of whole grains and legumes and limiting the intake of saturated fats helps in improving insulin sensitivity and reduces the risk of diabetes independent of weight loss.

For general well-being you can begin by consuming a balanced diet which provides all the nutrients in required amounts and proper proportions. It can easily be achieved through a blend of the four basic food groups. The quantities of foods needed to meet the nutrient requirements vary with age, gender, physiological status and physical activity. A balanced diet should provide around 50-60% of total calories from carbohydrates, preferably from complex carbohydrates, about 10-15% from proteins and 20-30% from both visible and invisible fat.

As a general dietary guideline, for an apparently healthy individual/ with no specific health or nutrition needs and/or metabolic condition it is recommended to consume 2000kcal/d and for men, the RDA for protein requirement is 54g/d and for fiber it is 30g/d.

Here are few guidelines for healthy balanced diet that can be considered:

Have a Diversified Balanced Diet that includes all the food groups in the right quantity which thereby provides you with all the essential macro and micro nutrients that your body requires daily for proper functioning.
Try to incorporate the My plate Concept by dividing your plate into 4 quadrants, fill half of your plate with fruits and vegetables, the other two quadrants with cereals and protein. A small quantity of dairy intake is recommended.
Some of the good sources of protein include pulses, lentils, milk, paneer, soybean, eggs, lean meat, nuts & seeds, etc.
Begin your day with a well-balanced breakfast as it is an important meal of the day.
Avoid skipping meals. Also, try to avoid fasting and feasting too often.
Consume small frequent meals, with healthy snacking options.
Consume minimum 5 servings of vegetables and 1 serving of fruit as they are rich in Fiber, essential minerals & Vitamins as well as they give you a feeling of satiety.
Try to consume more of Whole grains, Millets and Multigrain foods as they are a good source of fiber.
Limit intake of deep-fried foods. Method of cooking like baking, grilling, boiling, steaming is preferable over deep frying with excess fat/ oil.
Have your last meal at least 2-3 hours before sleep time.
Drink adequate amount of water (minimum 8 glasses) of water daily to keep yourself well hydrated
Engage in at least 30-45 minutes brisk walk/physical activity of moderate intensity at least 5 days a week.
Try and follow a good sleep regimen in terms of both quantity and Quality.