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[quote=Anonymous]So did your doctor give you any guidance on what to change in your diet, or did she just say "change it"?  You may want to see if she can refer you to a dietician / nutritionist for some education.

In general, though:
- reduce fats, especially trans fats (artificial fats like partially hydrogenated vegetable oil) and saturated fats (generally those found in animal products, like fatty red meat or dairy).  Plant-based fats like olive oil are not as bad.  Low fat milk (1% or 2%) will be better for you than whole milk.

- cut back on sugar.  Continue to eat fruit, but added sugar is your enemy.  Note that many "low-fat" products have extra sugar to make up for the lack of flavor; given that choice, I'd rather have the full-fat version and skip the extra sugar.

- reduce processed carbs, like white flour.  Whole grains (oats, for example) are good.

- in general, eat whole, natural foods.  Try to avoid stuff that comes from a can or a box - use fresh produce, meat and seafood, and grains/beans that you cook yourself.

- exercise!  This can't be emphasized enough. Even 15-20 minutes of moderate exercise has an immediate, direct impact on your blood sugar.  Longer term, it'll help you lose weight and improve your metabolism, which will improve your blood profile in a more sustainable way.[/quote]

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