Limiting your weight loss to 1 pound a week will keep you healthy. Losing more than a pound a week probably means that you are denying yourself the water and nutritious foods your body needs. A slow steady weight loss is the key to keeping lost weight off. Return to Index 10. Yes, in moderation.
Moderation is defined as two drinks a day for men and one drink a day for women.
Make sure that your medications don't require avoiding alcohol, and get your doctor's okay. Return to Index 11. Probably, but this method of blood glucose control isn't very nutritious, not to mention boring. One of the keys to nutrition is eating a variety of foods each day. By testing your blood glucose about an hour after meals, you can learn how different foods affect you.