Systematically tailored programme to prevent type-2 diabetes among high risk UK South Asians

[ayurchat]

Dear all,

We are planning a research study- development and feasibility of a systematically tailored programme to prevent type-2 diabetes among high risk South Asians in the UK. Those who are at high risk of developing type-2 diabetes (HbA1c- 6 to 6.4) will be screened through community centres, and this diet and lifestyle programme will be delivered as per their needs and cultural norms. The programme will be internet-based (ie, accessible at home), family-based (ie, involvement of other family members), and yoga-based (they will watch yoga videos and practice of their own).

We need some feedback from you especially from South Asians in the UK about the overall concept - what do you think about this project- helpful/not helpful etc?

Many thanks in advance,
Dr K Chattopadhyay

 

[jack412]

if you can get them off the sugars, grains and onto LC, veggi, normal proteins and lentils pulses etc..and higher fats to replace the lost carb energy, I'd say all the best


American diabetic association Position Statement
http://www.professional.diabetes.org/admin/UserFiles/0 - Sean/dc132042 FINAL.pdf
Evidence is inconclusive for an ideal amount of total fat intake for people with diabetes;
therefore, goals should be individualized;fat quality appears to be far more important than quantity.
In people with type 2 diabetes, a Mediterranean-style, MUFA-rich [mono fats-rich] eating pattern may benefit
glycemic control and CVD risk factors and can therefore berecommended as an effective alternative to a lower-fat, higher-carbohydrate eating pattern.