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Having Diabetes And Heart Problems, How To Loose Weight ?

my dad has diabetes and his heart s arteries are clogging slowly. he has had one stent put in before and now another artery is getting clogged slowly. the doctors said they cant fix the clog unless its 50% clogged due to insurance and state law. and yea. he needs to loose weight but its really hard for him because of the diabetes, help?
Sat, 19 Dec 2009
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I have type 2 diabetes and have lost 3 stone over the last 6 months - with diabetes you have to diet slowly because you need to eat regular meals with complex carbohydrates. I have followed the weightwatchers diet which encourages you to eat healthilly and exercise which is just what you need to do when you have diabetes and heart problems. If your dad joins his local group (yes men do go as well) he will get the diet and the group leader will guide him with his diet to ensure he stays healthy and well. Best of luck to you both.
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Having Diabetes And Heart Problems, How To Loose Weight ?

I have type 2 diabetes and have lost 3 stone over the last 6 months - with diabetes you have to diet slowly because you need to eat regular meals with complex carbohydrates. I have followed the weightwatchers diet which encourages you to eat healthilly and exercise which is just what you need to do when you have diabetes and heart problems. If your dad joins his local group (yes men do go as well) he will get the diet and the group leader will guide him with his diet to ensure he stays healthy and well. Best of luck to you both.