Diabetes management: Why “perfect” diets don’t survive real life with diabetes

Strict diabetes diets promise control but often falter in real life. Factors like stress, illness, and individual responses make rigid plans unsustainable. Experts like Dr. Karuna Chaturvedi highlight that personalized, flexible eating is key. Focusing on overall patterns, not just numbers, and embracing compassionate flexibility leads to better long-term management and well-being for those with diabetes.

Diabetes management: Why “perfect” diets don’t survive real life with diabetes
Strict diabetes diets promise control but often falter in real life. Factors like stress, illness, and individual responses make rigid plans unsustainable. Experts like Dr. Karuna Chaturvedi highlight that personalized, flexible eating is key. Focusing on overall patterns, not just numbers, and embracing compassionate flexibility leads to better long-term management and well-being for those with diabetes.