Dietary recommendations for people with diabetes in special situations: a position statement report by Arabic Association for the Study of Diabetes and metabolism (AASD).

Rabab Mahmoud Ahmed, Dina Soliman, Inass Shaltout, Amin Roshdy Soliman, Mona Hegazy, Shereen Abdelghaffar, Mohammed Gomaa, Sahar Alwakil, Lobna Sedky

Journal: Journal of health, population, and nutrition 2024;43(1):139

PMID: 39227957

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Abstract

BACKGROUND

Diabetes is a significant global health concern. Regional factors play a crucial role in determining the appropriate diet for patients.

MAIN BODY

The Arabic Association for the Study of Diabetes and Metabolism has developed a position statement that addresses the dietary needs of patients in the context of low income and cultural dietary habits. This statement aims to explore the most suitable diet for Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and provide guidance for physicians to overcome barriers in optimal care. While most dietary guidelines focus on uncomplicated diabetes, it's essential to recognize that diabetes often coexists with other common diseases in our region.

CONCLUSION

International guidelines cannot be directly applied to the Egypt and Arab countries due to cultural and dietary differences. Our position statement shares valuable insights into managing diabetes in special situations and diverse clinical settings within this region. These recommendations are flexible, considering personal, cultural, and traditional differences.

Address: Internal Medicine and Nephrology, Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine- Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt. [email protected].; Internal Medicine, Hepatology, and Gastroenterology Division, Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine- Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.; Internal Medicine and Nephrology, Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine- Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.; Pediatric Diabetes and Endocrinology, Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine- Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.; Internal Medicine, Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine- Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.; Internal medicine, Diabetes , Endocrinology and Clinical nutrition, Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine- Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.; Department of Anesthesiology, Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine- Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.; Clinical Oncology, Kasr Alainy Faculty of medicine, NEMROCK (kasr Al Ainy Center of Clinical Oncology), Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.; Woman4Oncology-Egypt organization: W40-E. Co-supervisor of Nemrock Onco-Nutrition MDT, Cairo, Egypt.; Internal Medicine and Diabetes, Kasr Alainy Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt.

DOI: 10.1186/s41043-024-00619-y

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MeSH Terms: Female, Humans, Africa, Northern, Diabetes Mellitus, Diet, Nutrition Policy, Societies, Medical