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Diabetes
The Latest Research
54 million Americans have Type 2 diabetes, a six-fold increase in the last four decades according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention This explosive growth is directly related to high-fat diets, obesity rates and sedentary lifestyles Called adult onset diabetes, it often goes undetected as its symptoms are subtler than Type 1 which requires insulin injections Diabetes is the leading cause of blindness, kidney failure and non-accident related amputations People with diabetes are two to four times as likely to suffer a stroke or heart disease
Heres what Diabetes Forecast has to say about Cabot
The June 2000 issue of Diabetes Forecast rated Cabots Reduced Fat Cheddar as about the best weve seen Good real flavor without a rubbery texture, and it melts This cheese has about 70 calories per ounce The fat is reduced to 45 grams from 9 grams in a full fat cheese No carbohydrates high in calcium good texture
reduced/low fat delicious flavor, naturally melts smoothly
How you can minimize your risk
Eat regular meals with a wide variety of foods Consume low fat or reduced fat dairy products Include some low fat protein during snacks and
mealtime to help slow the breakdown of carbohydrates into glucose and sustain nourishment Exercise and stay active on a regular basis Control carbohydrate consumption Limit intake of saturated fats to reduce the risk of heart disease Consult with a registered dietitian or diabet 
es educator to structure a personal dietary plan
The Carbohydrate Issue
Carbohydrates sugars and starches have the most potent impact on blood glucose Ironically, health-conscious individuals concerned with fat consumption are turning to carbohydrates through foods such as pasta and bread, unwittingly elevating blood sugars
The Good News
Good nutritional habits and exercise go a long way in helping to contain diabetes Dietitians concur that the most effective way to manage diabetes is to lower fats and carbohydrates Cabots 75 reduced fat and 50 reduced fat cheddars are highly recommended by dieticians They contain almost no carbohydrates and have a low fat content plus they are naturally high in essential nutrients such as riboflavin, calcium and phosphorus and a good source of protein
Can I eat cheese if I have diabetes?
By all means, just be sure you select a low fat variety such as Cabots 75 lower
fat or 50 reduced fat Pair it with fresh fruit or crackers for a snack, add it to green salad for a hearty, tasty lunch, or enjoy an old-fashioned melted cheese sandwich Ounce for ounce, low-fat cheese can replace a medium fat/protein serving Enjoy the great taste of cheese again without the extra fat
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Cabot Creamery
with the support of Green Mountain Nutrition Associates
You can reach us at 1-88Try Cabot 1-888-792-2268
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Source:diabetes.org.uk
