Food myths for PWD*…

It's my sweet tooth!

It’s unknown is not triggered that factors, simple. by type genetics While 2 is caused and type 1 by a mix of genetics and lifestyle

factors. One of those is being overweight, but it’s not just sugar that causes that. Plus, if you are

overweight, that’s only a risk factor, not a direct cause of type 2.

No more chocolate!

False. As long as chocolate, or other foods containing added or natural sugars, are eaten as part of a healthy meal plan or combined with exercise, people with diabetes can definitely still enjoy them in moderation. Talk to your GP

or dietitian for more info.

Ugh. A ‘special diet’

Not really. These days ‘healthy eating’ for people who have diabetes is no different to the

‘healthy eating’ guidelines recommended for the general population. You don’t need to prepare separate meals or buy special food – the recipes in DL

are designed for everyone.