{"id":11061,"date":"2023-08-09T18:10:28","date_gmt":"2023-08-09T12:40:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/?p=11061"},"modified":"2023-11-29T19:08:37","modified_gmt":"2023-11-29T13:38:37","slug":"6-diet-tips-from-a-nutritionist-for-achieving-maintaining-diabetes-remission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/6-diet-tips-from-a-nutritionist-for-achieving-maintaining-diabetes-remission\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Diet Tips from a Nutritionist For Achieving &#038; Maintaining Diabetes Remission"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>Introduction<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have diabetes, the very thought of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/7-tips-to-lower-hba1c-levels\/\">bringing your blood sugar levels under control without any medications<\/a> may sound like a dream come true. What if we told you this is now possible? This is where diabetes remission comes into the picture! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your diabetes is said to be in remission if you are able to maintain your HbA1c levels below 6.5% for at least six months with lifestyle modifications and without the use of any medicines. Since remission takes you off medications to a large extent, lifestyle changes, especially dietary modifications. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve got you 6 diet tips from a nutritionist to help you achieve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/fitterfly-diabetes-care-plan\">diabetes remission<\/a> and maintain it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;\n    &lt;div class=&quot;col-lg-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12 nopadding calculator-cta&quot;&gt;\n        &lt;div class=&quot;cal-card-list&quot;&gt;\n            &lt;div class=&quot;cal-card blue&quot;&gt;\n                &lt;div class=&quot;cal-card-info&quot;&gt;\n                    &lt;h4&gt;Diabetes Reversal&lt;br&gt; Calculator&lt;\/h4&gt;\n                    &lt;p&gt;To know your chances of&nbsp; Diabetes reversal, take the Diabetes Reversal Test&lt;\/p&gt;\n                &lt;\/div&gt;\n                &lt;div class=&quot;cal-btn&quot;&gt;\n                    &lt;a target=&quot;_blank&quot; href=&quot;https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/hybrid-reversal-calculator-blog?utm_source=Reversal_Calculator_blog&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=Reversal_Calculator_Blog&quot; class=&quot;white-btn&quot;&gt;Check&lt;\/a&gt;\n                &lt;\/div&gt;\n            &lt;\/div&gt;\n        &lt;\/div&gt;\n    &lt;\/div&gt;\n    &quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat=\"{&quot;2&quot;:14851,&quot;3&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:0},&quot;4&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:11982760},&quot;12&quot;:0,&quot;14&quot;:{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:2764340},&quot;15&quot;:&quot;-apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \\&quot;Segoe UI\\&quot;, roboto, \\&quot;Helvetica Neue\\&quot;, helvetica, arial, sans-serif&quot;,&quot;16&quot;:11}\">\n    <div class=\"col-lg-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12 nopadding calculator-cta\">\n        <div class=\"cal-card-list\">\n            <div class=\"cal-card blue\">\n                <div class=\"cal-card-info\">\n                    <h4>Diabetes Reversal<br> Calculator<\/h4>\n                    <p>To know your chances of&nbsp; Diabetes reversal, take the Diabetes Reversal Test<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"cal-btn\">\n                    <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/hybrid-reversal-calculator-blog?utm_source=Reversal_Calculator_blog&utm_medium=blog&utm_campaign=Reversal_Calculator_Blog\" class=\"white-btn\">Check<\/a>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How Does Diabetes Remission Occur?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To understand how diet can help you achieve and maintain remission from diabetes, we must understand how remission occurs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/type-2-diabetes-treatment-everything-you-need-to-know\/\">Type 2 diabetes<\/a> is characterised by the accumulation of excess fat in and around the liver and pancreas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When this fat accumulation is more than what the individual can tolerate, it results in abnormal functioning of these organs, resulting in an imbalance in hormone production. This gives rise to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/what-is-insulin-resistance-causes-symptoms-and-solutions\/\">insulin resistance<\/a> and, eventually, high blood sugar levels seen in type 2 diabetes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, one of the most effective ways to bring your blood sugar levels under control and send diabetes into remission is by removing the fat from the liver by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medscape.co.uk\/viewarticle\/weight-loss-can-put-type-2-diabetes-remission-2023a10007vy\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">achieving weight loss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Once the excess fat has been removed from the liver and pancreas, they begin to function normally and normalise blood sugar levels.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Diet Tips from a Nutritionist For Achieving Diabetes Remission<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the tried and tested methods <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/how-many-calories-should-you-eat-in-a-day-for-weight-loss\/\">to achieve remission by weight loss is by going on a very low-calorie diet<\/a>. This diet is a popular method and involves the consumption of 600 to 800 calories per day. This is possible by working with your nutritionist to create a diet plan that enables you to restrict your caloric intake or opt for meal replacement options.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some ways that make following a very low-calorie diet possible and help you maintain your weight within the normal range for diabetes remission:<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>1) Portion control<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An easy way to stick to your diet plan is by practising portion control. Overeating or excess consumption of food and beverages can lead to a rise in weight and blood sugar levels, affecting your attempt at diabetes remission.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This also applies to foods that are permissible for you. Since diabetes remission is always performed under the guidance of a team of experts, including a nutritionist, always stick to the portions recommended for you at all times.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>2) Intermittent fasting (IF)<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the key elements that can help with weight loss is expert-guided prolonged <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/can-intermittent-fasting-actually-lead-to-remission-of-type-2-diabetes\/\">intermittent fasting<\/a>. With an expert-guided intermittent fasting plan, around 45% of people with type 2 diabetes mellitus can achieve a medication dosage reduction or go into remission. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key to maintaining your diabetes in remission is to continue following intermittent fasting under your nutritionist&#8217;s guidance throughout life.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-value=\"{&quot;1&quot;:2,&quot;2&quot;:&quot;&lt;div class=&quot;col-lg-12 cta-block cta-mob col-sm-12 col-xs-12 nutrition-cta&quot;&gt;\n                    &lt;div class=&quot;cta-body&quot;&gt;\n                        &lt;div class=&quot;row&quot; &gt;\n                            &lt;div class=&quot;col-lg-8  col-sm-8 col-xs-12&quot;&gt;\n                                &lt;strong class=&quot;cta-heading&quot;&gt;Looking for the perfect\n                                    Indian diet for \n                                    Diabetes?&lt;\/strong&gt;\n                                &lt;p class=&quot;cta-content&quot;&gt;Indias top Diabetes nutritionists \n                                    are here to help&lt;\/p&gt;\n                            &lt;\/div&gt;\n                        &lt;\/div&gt;\n                            &lt;div class=&quot;cta-form&quot;&gt;\n                            &lt;input type=&quot;hidden&quot; 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--smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 355\/250;\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"cta-img\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Group-1-2.png\" alt=\"healthy meal plate\" title=\"healthy meal plate\"><\/noscript>\n                <\/div><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3) Eat within the given window<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Intermittent fasting works on the principle of eating in specific windows only. Your nutritionist will determine the safest and most effective intermittent fasting plan for you. To achieve diabetes remission, you must eat within the permitted given window.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4) Keep sugar, fat and salt consumption to a minimum<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salt, sugar and fat consumption can contribute to weight gain and affect diet plans created for the achievement of weight loss. If you are looking to achieve diabetes remission and maintain it throughout your life, you must <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\/conditions\/type-2-diabetes\/food-and-keeping-active\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">keep your consumption of sugar, salt and fat to a minimum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while following the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/7-days-diet-plan-for-people-with-type-2-diabetes\/\">diabetes diet plan<\/a> prescribed by your nutritionist.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>5) Do not skip meals prescribed by your nutritionist\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All diabetes remission plans are carefully planned by a diabetologist and nutritionist to ensure the process is effective and safe for you. The goal of the nutritionist in a diabetes remission plan is to ensure you get all the nutrients you require for the healthy functioning of the body while keeping your caloric intake to a restricted number between 600 and 800 calories.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is normal for people to presume skipping meals can help them lose weight. However, in a diabetes remission program, this may turn out to be harmful to your health. So, avoid skipping meals prescribed by your nutritionist.<\/span><b><\/b><\/p>\n<h3><b>6) Maintain the diet and lifestyle after achieving remission and required glycemic control.<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been successful in achieving diabetes remission, kudos to you! Your goal now is to ensure prolonged remission for a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This is possible if you continue to follow your very low-calorie and low-carbohydrate diet plan and intermittent fasting as recommended by your nutritionist. Any self-prescribed deviation from your maintenance plan can cause your blood sugar levels to rise, activating the condition.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While exercise is recommended for every individual with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/prediabetes-vs-diabetes-what-is-the-difference\/\">prediabetes<\/a> and diabetes, there is no known role of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/best-exercises-for-diabetes-at-home\/\">exercise in diabetes<\/a> remission currently. However, it is important to work with your fitness expert to include regular workouts in your routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FitterTake<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes remission is a reality and achievable with the right help from your healthcare team. Following the prescribed very low-calorie diet and following intermittent fasting can help you bring your blood sugar levels within the normal range. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, you must follow these dietary changes throughout your life to help keep your diabetes in remission.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have queries or concerns regarding your type 2 diabetes, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/diabetes\/content-portal?utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Sign-up&amp;utm_campaign=Content_Portal_sign_up_July_2023&amp;utm_content=Sign_up\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">speak to us <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">today! You can also give us a missed call at <a href=\"tel: 08068507599\">08068507599<\/a>, and we will get back to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need help with diabetes remission? Sign up for our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/fitterfly-diabetes-care-plan?utm_source=Organic&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=diabetes\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes Prime Program<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> right away!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/what-is-the-difference-between-diabetes-reversal-diabetes-remission\/\"><strong>**Diabetes Remission\u00a0is the clinical term for Diabetes Reversal.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Looking for expert advice on achieving and maintaining diabetes remission? Look no further! This nutritionist-approved guide provides you with 6 essential diet tips to help you on your journey.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":11062,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"wds_primary_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1,400,401],"tags":[],"acf":{"reviewed_by":false,"references":[{"title":"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8261662\/\u00a0","url":"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8261662\/\u00a0"},{"title":"https:\/\/www.medscape.co.uk\/viewarticle\/weight-loss-can-put-type-2-diabetes-remission-2023a10007vy\u00a0","url":"https:\/\/www.medscape.co.uk\/viewarticle\/weight-loss-can-put-type-2-diabetes-remission-2023a10007vy\u00a0"},{"title":"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/323529\u00a0","url":"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/323529\u00a0"}],"author":"","table_content":null,"medically_reviewed":5783,"show_updated_date_in_post":"Yes","faq_list":null,"custom_schema":"","media_url":"","reviewer":null},"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11061"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11061"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11061\/revisions"}],"acf:post":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/reviewers\/5783"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11062"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11061"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11061"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.fitterfly.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11061"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}