If you have recently been diagnosed with diabetes, whether it be type 1, type 2, or gestational, the most important thing to do is consult with your doctor or a nutritionist about how to adjust your diet. Although altering your diet may seem like a daunting task, don’t forget that it doesn’t mean you have to completely eliminate all your favorite foods. It’s also your provider’s job to help you through the process and alleviate any hesitancy or anxiety that you may have. Remember that living a nutritious and active lifestyle is super important, in general, because it may even help reverse your type 2 diagnosis! To get a glimpse of what your provider may recommend for you, keep on reading.

Did you know that cases of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM) have been steadily increasing over the past couple decades in the United States? Diabetes is becoming a major epidemic in our country that is mainly caused by lack of exercise, nutrition misinformation, overconsumption of unhealthy foods, and stress, just to name a few. Common risk factors of diabetes are family history, recent weight gain, medications, and even pregnancy. Prevention is the number one way to decrease the chances of developing Type 2 DM, which is why it is so important to educate yourself on what diabetes is, proper nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle factors that may prevent you from developing it. Keep reading!