Nutrition

What we eat and when we eat, it is vital for health. The principle that we should eat real food applies in Type 1 diabetes, of course. But we have the added challenge of choosing the food that suits a body with no means of making its insulin. A keto diet makes sense in Type 1 diabetes. The good news is that it contains many great foods and recipes. It might be necessary to go without carbs, but you will not miss out on the enjoyment of eating. You might also want to grow your own food. Take a look.It is also a useful resource for people with Type 1 diabetes.

New Guidelines for Therapeutic Nutrition in Type 1 Diabetes

New Guidelines for Therapeutic Nutrition in Type 1 Diabetes

These evidence -based guidelines draw on current metabolic science and lived experience to set the new standard of care everyone with type 1 diabetes should expect. We do not subscribe to the idea that it is acceptable for two thirds

Eating Out (Pub Grub)

Eating Out (Pub Grub)

This short article presents a common scenario to navigate when eating out.  It is infrequent but not impossible to find any item on the menu that has been explicitly provided for someone on a low-carb diet, not to mention keto! 

Eating Out (Breakfast Buffet)

Eating Out (Breakfast Buffet)

This short practical module presents a common scenario to navigate when eating out.  It is infrequent but not impossible to find an item on the menu that has been explicitly provided for low carb, not to mention keto!  But often,

Carb Counting, Protein Counting and Insulin Estimation

Carb Counting, Protein Counting and Insulin Estimation

This is an extract from information available as Module E4B/P3B in our Essential and Advanced courses for Healthcare Professionals. This is a short practical session to provide an experience of the day-to-day issues of Type 1 management. The information applies

Recipe Resources

Recipe Resources

NLC Kitchen provides a wide range of natural keto snacks to make going keto that bit easier. The team at NLC Kitchen has been making natural keto whole foods for many years and developed the first range of keto whole

What to Eat – Information about food types

What to Eat – Information about food types

What to Eat

What to Eat

A selection of modules and exercises about converting to a ketogenic diet for someone with Type 1 diabetes, whose honeymoon phase has ended, and they have normal renal function. These modules are also available as part of our Essential and

Week Two: Nutrition Information

Week Two: Nutrition Information

A spreadsheet breaking down the amount of carbohydrates, calories and protein contained within the quantities of food for Week 2 of Keto Kickstarter.

Reviewing Diabetes Control On A Keto Diet

Reviewing Diabetes Control On A Keto Diet

Here is the CGM trace of the two-week project. This is a true real-world trace. The project was not done in the ‘perfect’ environment. For various reasons, there was scope to screw-up these weeks. An increase in sedentary behaviour and a

Week Two: Menus and Recipes

Week Two: Menus and Recipes

Menus and Recipes for Week 2 of Keto Kickstarter Day One Diced Cucumber, Cheese, and Walnuts with Olive Oil and Black Pepper. It seems light, but the nuts, cheese, and olive oil provide the energy for this one. Very-low carb

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