According to the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare, around 5% of Australia’s population has diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes can be managed by choosing the right treatment and reviewing lifestyle choices. Low carbohydrate diets can help diabetics better control their blood sugar and in some cases reverse diabetes. Reduced carbohydrates may also prevent other diabetes-related side effects, including weight gain and heart problems.
This diet doesn’t have to prevent a person from enjoying and living a normal lifestyle, especially if they are travelling for business or on vacation. Here are five simple tips to eat low-carb foods on the go.
Planning and preparation
It is all too easy, when on the road, to stop at a fast food outlet or to pick up sugary and unhealthy pre-packaged snacks. The same way you plan your journey by checking if you have enough fuel in the tank, and figuring out the best route to take, so too should you manage your food and beverage options.
Snacks like nuts, seeds, and dark chocolate are great. Fresh fruit, either chopped or already peeled, can help stave off hunger. You can also pack a healthy box of salad and eat it to stay energized. Keep a cool bag with sugar-free drinks and bottled water in your car to stay hydrated. This will prevent you from buying fizzy drinks on the way to the service station. Prepare your snacks and beverages in advance, whether you’re travelling by plane or car.
Prepared meals that are ready to eat
Preparing basic meals will keep you going all day long, from breakfast (for those who get up early) to dinner. Make your own breakfast with low-carb muesli, and add seasonal fruits to it. Online you can find helpful hints and suggestions on how to eat healthy meals in order to reverse diabetes.
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Check out the menus before you go.
You can find out about the restaurants along the way and view sample menus online. Check out your options if you plan to eat out. Breakfast stops should be made at restaurants and diners that serve low-carb options, such as omelettes and the traditional bacon and egg (without toast).
Low carbohydrate means high protein, so when you are looking for lunch options, look out for lean meats or fish. Ham or chicken salads are great choices, as is burgers without fries in a lettuce-wrapped wrap. This includes veggie burgers. With protein or vegetable substitutes, steamed vegetables and low-fat dressing are a great option. Desserts like fruit and cheese will complement your low-carb diet.
Make the right choice
Think about what you want to eat before you go to a gas station, or if you are at an airport terminal with many food options. Don’t just grab the first thing that you see. You can also ask your travel companion to get you something so that you are not tempted by the sugary and fatty foods.
You can also order a burger with no bun if you’re alone.
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You can stock up on dairy items such as yoghurts, which are great with fruits and berries. You can find low-carb ingredients in seeds, nuts, cheese, and ham.
Diversa Health has a proven way to reverse type 2 diabetes. We do this through a simple diet plan and medical coaching. Request a callback to learn more about how a tailored lifestyle and low-carb diet plan can reverse diabetes.
