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Nutrition in Diabetes Mellitus Type 1Aka: Nutrition in Diabetes Mellitus Type I

Insulin: Conventional Insulin therapy
1. Long-acting Insulin (Lantus) provides basal needs
2. Short acting Insulin (Lispro) covers mealtimes
Diet
1. Synchronize food with Insulin
2. Eat consistently and adjust Insulin
3. Better nutrition behaviors (per DCC Trial)
  1. Adhere to meal plan
  2. Appropriately treat Hypoglycemia (do not over-treat)
    1. Glucose tablet raises Blood Sugar in <10 minutes
    2. Orange Juice raises blood sugar in 10-20 minutes
  3. Respond promptly to hyperglycemia with Insulin
  4. Snack consistently
    1. Take afternoon snack if taking NPH in morning

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