I have always had problems with high cholesterol and prediabetic.
it looks like my age finally caught up to me (early 30s) where my doctor is now having a closer eye on my health, as well as prescribing medication. (statin for the cholesterol).
i dont want to be taking medicine. so i finally got my mindset to start doing some light daily exercises. and more importantly, eating better.
however, idk what to be doing to eat better. nor know what what nutrients mean on the label.
for example, because i have high cholesterol, i should obviously avoiding food with a high cholesterol value. but there are also “Fats” nutrient value on the labels.
with being prediabetic, i should cut sugars (i do not eat desserts or drink alot of soda however). Does that mean watching out for “total sugar” on the label? or does that also include carbohydrates? what about rice? i know white rice is bad. but what about brown, barley, black, or a mix of them?
also i always heard that fish is good for you. looking at salmon or tuna, they have alot of cholesterol and fats as well. so i am very confused
Would you be able to elaborate why?
i would assume prediabetic is a similar condition throughout the population. And solution for it would be the same barring personal diet restrictions.
Because they are literally paid to give you advice about health?
Go talk to a nutritionist if you want a second opinion.
Also, my op. Focus on portion control, make sure veggies are the largest thing on your plate, focus on lean meats (chicken/pork) and more plant based options.
Stay away from things like milk based dressings, fried food, sweets.
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