DEVELOPMENT OF A TABLE OF TOTAL CARBOHYDRATE COUNTING WITH CLASSIFICATION OF CHOLESTEROL-SATURATED FAT INDEX AND SODIUM ADAPTED TO THE BRAZILIAN NORTHERN REGION
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Diabetes Mellitus. Nutrition Education. Diet. Nutritive Value.Abstract
Diabetes Mellitus is a group of metabolic disorders that resultin hyperglycemia. Education in diabetes mellitus is a relevantfactor in the treatment, and an increasing the level of knowledgeand skills in the corresponding diet may further the control ofthe disease and improve the quality of life. A Carbs CountingTable with classification of Cholesterol-Saturated Fat Index andSodium, adapted to the Brazilian Northern Region was created.It is a study structured on a documentary research, whichinvestigated the composition of carbohydrates, saturated fat,cholesterol and sodium of 162 regional foods and preparations.The table is an educational tool that helps the nutritionist inthe care of diabetic patients by providing information that willbring greater independence to patients regarding their diet. Inspite of having a limited range of food types, the table providessupport for the patient in their decision on what to eat, for a bettermetabolic control, important for people with chronic diseases.
DOI: 10.12957/demetra.2015.14501
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