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Diabetic Food in Lebanon

Introduction: Diabetes is a serious medical condition in which an insufficiency in insulin production and/or a lack of response of the body’s cells to insulin causes sugar levels in the blood to rise. Diabetes in Lebanon is becoming an increasingly serious problem as Lebanese people eat more unhealthily and exercise less. Diabetes can be treated and controlled with medication, but the most fruitful way to manage the disease is through healthy eating and proper exercise.

Diabetic Food in Lebanon – Best Foods For Diabetes

The following list can be used as a guideline to which foods are the best for someone with diabetes. These contain all the required nutrients and have a low glycemic index.

Beans

Beans are an excellent source of several indispensable nutrients; for example, half a cup of beans provides you with one third of your daily fiber requirements. They are also a superb source of protein and a good replacement for meat which contains more saturated fat.

Leafy Vegetables

Green and leafy vegetables are grown locally in Lebanon, so they are very affordable. These are a great source of fiber, along with several vitamins and minerals that protect us from numerous diseases. They are also low in calories and carbs, so you can have as much as you like!

Whole Grains

Whole grain bread, oatmeal, and other whole grain products are an excellent source of potassium and fiber and offer more nutrients than other grains. These nutrients include omega 3, folate, magnesium, and chromium.

Dairy Products

Dairy products are a great source of calcium and vitamin D. Having fat-free milk and fat-free yogurt helps you keep your bone and teeth strong.

Nuts

Nuts, such as walnuts and hazelnuts hold healthy fats and can assist you in managing and controlling your hunger. Read more about the health benefits of nuts here.

Proteins

If you have diabetes, your best protein sources:
Plants: plants that provide protein are quite abundant and affordable in Lebanon: such as beans, hummus, falafel, lentils, peas, and nuts.
Fish: include at least twice per week protein from fish such as salmon, sardine, and shrimp. Make sure they are not fried.
Poultry: examples include turkey and chicken without the skin.
Cheese and eggs: make sure to choose low-fat cheese and egg whites.
Note: when it comes to meat, make sure you choose lean cuts of beef and lamb.
For more tips on the importance of proteins and how to choose the best ones, read this article.

Author Info

Dr Nagi Safa

Dr Nagi Safa is a Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeon (Weight-Loss Surgeon) at the Advanced BMI in Lebanon and at the Sacred Heart Hospital of Montreal, and holds an academic appointment at the University of Montreal. Furthermore, he is involved in the training of residents and surgical fellows on how to perform advanced laparoscopic obesity surgery. In 2010, he launched the Advanced Bariatric and Metabolic Institute (Advanced BMI) in Lebanon, and has been helping hundreds of patients from all over the Middle-East through his expertise in obesity surgery. Education: Dr Safa completed his residency training at the University of Montreal General Surgery Program. He then performed a fellowship in Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, and Minimal Invasive Surgery (Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery), at the Sacred Heart Hospital of Montreal, which is the largest Weight Loss Surgery center in the Montreal area, and one of the busiest in Canada. Experience: During his training, and throughout his practice, Dr Safa performed more than one thousand laparoscopic procedures, including Roux en Y gastric bypass, sleeve gastrectomy, gastric banding, gastric plication and many other abdominal surgery procedures. He has a particular interest in LaparoscopicRevisional Surgery including banding, bypass and sleeve. With a keen interest in the advancement of obesity surgery and newer minimally invasive surgical techniques, Dr Safa gained experience in the single incision laparoscopic surgery (SILS), and offers Single Incision gastric banding and Sleeve Gastrectomy Surgery. Research: His current research interests include clinical outcomes from various bariatric surgery procedures and investigations on the impact of bariatric surgery on Type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome X. Memberships: Dr Safa holds professional memberships with the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, Canadian Association of Bariatric Physicians and Surgeons, Canadian Association of General Surgeons, Canadian Medical Association, Canadian Association for Surgical Oncology, Quebec Medical Association, Trauma Association of Canada, Association Quebecoise de Chirurgie, International College of Surgeon, and the College des Medecins du Quebec.
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