Diets for Pre-Diabetics

Pre-diabetes is associated with insulin resistance and belly fat storage. Physical activity both resistance and cardiovascular and reduced intake of refined carbohydrate and choosing monounsaturated fats like olive oil, avocado and lean proteins helps our bodies utilize insulin better. A diet high in sugar will further exasperate insulin resistance and belly fat storage.

I often suggest an eating approach that helps with developing a healthy relationship with food through learning mindful eating techniques. ‘Eat What You Love, Love What you Eat with Diabetes’ by Dr. Michelle May may be a helpful resource for applying this approach.

In order for you to get the most appropriate nutrition direction, you need to be referred to/or find a Registered Dietitian to complete an assessment to understand your eating habits, goals, physical activity, other medical issues, labs, etc.

If you are a BCBS member, log into Blue Access for Members then use Provider Finder to search "Nutrition & Diet". An option, if not a BCBS member is to go to www.eatright.org and click on “Find an expert” on the right top corner. I hope this helps!

Pre-diabetes is associated with insulin resistance and belly fat storage. Physical activity both resistance and cardiovascular and reduced intake of refined carbohydrate and choosing monounsaturated fats like olive oil, avocado and lean proteins helps our bodies utilize insulin better. A diet high in sugar will further exasperate insulin resistance and belly fat storage.

I often suggest an eating approach that helps with developing a healthy relationship with food through learning mindful eating techniques. ‘Eat What You Love, Love What you Eat with Diabetes’ by Dr. Michelle May may be a helpful resource for applying this approach.

In order for you to get the most appropriate nutrition direction, you need to be referred to/or find a Registered Dietitian to complete an assessment to understand your eating habits, goals, physical activity, other medical issues, labs, etc.

If you are a BCBS member, log into Blue Access for Members then use Provider Finder to search "Nutrition & Diet". An option, if not a BCBS member is to go to www.eatright.org and click on “Find an expert” on the right top corner. I hope this helps!