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What is the number one food that causes diabetes?

Red meats and processed meats A study shared in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that a three ounce serving of red meat daily increased the risk of type 2 diabetes by 19 percent, and a serving of less than three ounces of processed meats increased the risk by more than 50 percent.

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By Misty Cox, FNP-C, WHNP, family nurse practitioner

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November is National Diabetes Month, and the timing is perfect as the holiday season means a lot of food and celebrations. The holidays are busy and many of us get out of healthy routines such as exercise, eating a balanced diet, and more. Type 2 diabetes, unfortunately, does not take the holiday season off, so here’s four types of foods to avoid or moderate your intake of this holiday season and throughout the year. These four food types increase your risk of type 2 diabetes:

Heavily processed carbohydrates

Foods made with white flour, white sugar, and white rice are low in bran, fiber, vitamins, and minerals; examples include breads, muffins, cakes, crackers, and pasta. According to a 2007 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), a diet high in heavily processed carbohydrates increased the risk of type 2 diabetes by 21 percent compared to those who ate a whole foods-rich diet.

Drinks sweetened with sugar

Sodas, sweet tea, fruit drinks, and lemonade can lead to weight gain and increase your risk of getting type 2 diabetes. Having just two sugar-sweetened drinks per day can increase your risk of type 2 diabetes by as much as 26 percent, according to a 2010 study by the American Diabetes Association. Water is the best substitute and has many health benefits for your body.

Saturated and trans fats

Saturated fats are found in dairy products such as butter, whole milk, cream, and cheese as well as fatty meats. Trans fats are tied to fried foods (fast food restaurants, “bar” food) and packaged baked goods. Some healthy alternatives include:

Snacking on nuts, not sweets

Eating lean meats and/or poultry, and removing the skin

Avoiding salad dressings such as blue cheese, ranch and thousand island and using olive oil and balsamic vinegar instead

Cooking and baking with olive or canola oils

Red meats and processed meats

Processed meats such as hot dogs, bacon, and deli meats have higher levels of sodium and nitrites, which put you at not only higher risk of type 2 diabetes but heart disease. A study shared in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that a three ounce serving of red meat daily increased the risk of type 2 diabetes by 19 percent, and a serving of less than three ounces of processed meats increased the risk by more than 50 percent. Protein is essential to your health so switch to wild caught fish, like salmon, or organic poultry like chicken or eggs combined with vegetables to optimize your meal plan. Prediabetes is alarmingly prevalent. Did you know one of three Americans is prediabetic? Your best defense is getting information on your risk factors and how to optimize your lifestyle to decrease your risks. We primary care providers (PCP) are here to help. If you have not had your annual wellness exam, schedule it, and talk with your PCP about your health goals.

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What does sugar in urine look like?

The excess sugar can make it appear cloudy or even smell sweet or fruity. For some people, this is the first sign of diabetes. If you suddenly notice cloudy urine that smells sweet, see a doctor right away.

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Diabetes can cause cloudy urine when too much sugar builds up in your urine. Your urine may also smell sweet or fruity. Diabetes can also lead to kidney complications or increase risk of infections of the urinary tract, both of which can also make your urine appear cloudy. However, cloudy urine can be caused by several other conditions that aren’t related to diabetes. If you’re worried that cloudy urine is a sign of diabetes, look out for other symptoms, like urinating often and feeling extremely thirsty. You should see a doctor if you’ve been experiencing cloudy urine for more than a few days or you have other symptoms. When to see a doctor See a doctor if you’re concerned about cloudy urine and you have other bothersome symptoms. You should see a doctor right away if you’re experiencing any other symptoms of an infection, including pain or burning when urinating or foul-smelling discharge. Seek emergency medical attention if you have any of the following symptoms along with cloudy urine: intense pain below the ribs on your side or back

pain while urinating

pink, red, or brown urine

The bottom line Diabetes is one possible cause of cloudy urine. Diabetes can lead to a buildup of sugar in your urine, making it appear cloudy. Diabetes can also eventually cause kidney problems or increase the risk of UTIs, which may also make your urine appear cloudy. Various types of infections and non-diabetes related problems with the kidneys or prostate could also cause cloudy urine. Occasional bouts of cloudy urine can also be a result of dehydration. If you’re concerned about cloudy urine, talk to your doctor about other symptoms and potential causes.

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