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Published Sep 24, 2019

#263 Defining Diabetes: Fat and Protein

Scott Benner and Jenny Smith delve into advanced diabetes management strategies, focusing on the challenges of carb counting, bolusing, and managing a ketogenic diet for type 1 diabetes. They provide valuable insights into insulin timing, meal composition, and the impact of fats and proteins on blood sugar levels, drawing from personal experiences and practical techniques.

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- How should carbohydrates be balanced with protein?
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- When should protein be consumed?
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- What are examples of low glycemic foods?
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- Is a keto diet about just lowering carbs or is it also about avoiding insulin spikes?
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- Can you suggest experts on managing Type 1 diabetes and diet?
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- How much carbohydrates should I include in my diet?
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- Why are low glycemic diets recommended?
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- What does it mean that fat is slower to metabolize? Over what time scale does this occur?
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- What exactly can I eat to break a fast without raising my blood glucose too much?
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- Can you blunt the insulin spike by eating carbohydrates with protein or fat?
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- How can I optimize my management of type 1 diabetes?
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- What are some similar foods that help manage Type 1 diabetes and maintain stable blood sugar levels?
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