A healthy diet is required for any type of diabetes, be it type 1 or type 2. It goes without doubt that food has a great impact on the level of sugar produced in a person's blood. However, different views exist as to what is the best approach for diet for type 1 diabetes. In this article I will give a few tips as to what type of food you should eat if you are suffering from type 1 diabetes. Hopefully, after reading this article, you will be able to choose the right types of food for yourself.

In general, best approach for diet for type 1 diabetes is a low-carb and high-fat diet plan. The less the carbohydrates you consume the less the amount of sugar you will have in your blood. However, since you are consuming a low amount of carbohydrates, your body must be compensated for the loss by consuming food that is rich in fat and protein.

One another thing that I would like to tell you is that insulin and food need to work together in order to lower your blood sugar level. The best approach for diet for type 1 diabetes is one which strikes a healthy balance between insulin and food. It is insulin which takes away the extra glucose from the blood and stores it elsewhere for future use or uses it for energy. If insulin and food become out of balance then it will be impossible for your body to control the glucose level present in your blood. People who do not suffer from diabetes will, however, produce the right amount of insulin in order to cope with the glucose level that increases after a meal.

The best approach for diet for type 1 diabetes is by substituting monounsaturated and polyunsaturated food with saturated fats. Your diet must consist of starchy food such as rice, bread, potatoes, pasta, etc. Your diet should also consist of a lot of fruits and vegetables. This will give your body the much-needed protein.

I cannot stress enough the importance of healthy diet in the life of a diabetic. However, the most important thing to consider is the amount of food you consume and the timing of your meals. If you consume high amounts of a particular food and/or eat at wrong times then it won't help even if you are having a healthy diet. If you need more information regarding the best approach for diet for type 1 diabetes, simply click on the link in my resource box below.