Document written by Catherine Conan, dietitian. 

Type 2 diabetes, commonly known as “fatty diabetes”, is characterized by a partial deficiency in insulin secretion coupled with resistance to the action of insulin, resulting in a state of hyperglycemia. It is generally the prerogative of people over 40 years of age who are overweight or who are slightly overweight. It is therefore important to make sure to stabilize or lose weight with the implementation of a low-calorie diet if necessary.

To obtain a lasting result, it is imperative to ensure a correct nutritional intake in line with the eating habits of patients, their tastes, their lifestyle… and above all to set achievable goals. The diet will not be too restrictive (a 15-30% reduction in total caloric intake is sufficient) or synonymous with sadness as it will not only be doomed to long-term failure but will not allow for dietary diversity or nutrition. friendliness necessary for the maintenance of good health.

It is best to establish good eating habits, slowly but surely. Note that the benefits generated by a change in eating behavior reduce the constraints.

To these measures, it is necessary to add an essential point: the practice of a physical activity, however minimal it is!