Nutrition and Lifestyle Intervention in Type 1 Diabetes

A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Nutrition and Diabetes".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 5 September 2024 | Viewed by 2383

Special Issue Editors

1. Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Thessaly, 42132 Trikala, Greece
2. Unit of Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolism, 3rd Department of Pediatrics, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Hippokrateion Hospital of Thessaloniki, 54642 Thessaloniki, Greece
Interests: nutrition; pediatric endocrinology; diabetes; metabolism; endocrine disruptors
1. Vuk Vrhovac University Clinic for Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolic Disorders, Merkur University Hospital, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
2. School of Medicine, Catholic University of Croatia, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia
3. School of Medicine, Josip Juraj Strossmayer University of Osijek, 31000 Osijek, Croatia
Interests: endocrinology; diabetes; metabolic diseases; diabetes and nutrition
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Department of Internal Medicine, Democritus University of Thrace, 68100 Alexandroupolis, Greece
Interests: diabetes mellitus; diabetic foot; diabetes complications; diabetes mellitus treatment; internal medicine
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Unit of Endocrinology, Diabetes Mellitus and Metabolism, Unit of Endocrinology of Exercise and Athletics, "Aretaieion" Hospital, Medical School, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, 11528 Athens, Greece
Interests: metabolism; gestational diabetes; PCOs; endocrinology of the woman; immune and inflammatory disorders in relation to stress system response; endocrinology of exercise and physical activity; endocrine disruptors
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

The significant increase in the incidence of type 1 diabetes during the last decades, especially in the younger age groups, necessitates an ever-greater involvement of the medical community in the treatment of the disease and the prevention of its complications. Nutrition is an important factor in the management of diabetes. During the past decade, rapid expansion in the amount of population-based epidemiological evidence has helped to clarify the significant role of diet in the prevention, treatment, and control of morbidity, as well as premature mortality as a result of chronic childhood diseases. In addition to diet, lifestyle has a significant impact on glycemic control in patients with diabetes. The outstanding achievements of technology such as continuous glucose monitoring systems, continuous insulin infusion systems and hybrid closed-loop systems have radically changed the way diabetes is treated today. Nevertheless, the role of diet and lifestyle in the glycemic control of patients with type 1 diabetes remains crucial.

This Special Issue will include manuscripts which focus on nutrition, diet and/or lifestyle interventions regarding the prevention and management of type 1 diabetes mellitus as well as the prevention of its complications. Authors are experts in the field and the provided materials are the result of their experience or internationally acquired scientific knowledge. The content will be useful for endocrinologists, pediatric endocrinologists, diabetologists, pediatric diabetologists, pediatricians, dieticians, nutritionists, ergophysiologists, trainers and will inspire further innovative research.

Dr. Maria Papagianni
Dr. Dario Rahelić
Prof. Dr. Nikolaos Papanas
Prof. Dr. George Mastorakos
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Keywords

  • nutrition
  • diet
  • lifestyle
  • type 1 diabetes mellitus
  • exercise
  • autoimmunity
  • endocrine disruptors
  • physical activity

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A Nutritional Approach to Optimizing Pump Therapy in Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
by Evdoxia Gitsi, Sarantis Livadas, Nicholas Angelopoulos, Rodis D. Paparodis, Marina Raftopoulou and Georgia Argyrakopoulou
Nutrients 2023, 15(23), 4897; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu15234897 - 23 Nov 2023
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Achieving optimal glucose control in individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1DM) continues to pose a significant challenge. While continuous insulin infusion systems have shown promise as an alternative to conventional insulin therapy, there remains a crucial need for greater awareness regarding the necessary [...] Read more.
Achieving optimal glucose control in individuals with type 1 diabetes (T1DM) continues to pose a significant challenge. While continuous insulin infusion systems have shown promise as an alternative to conventional insulin therapy, there remains a crucial need for greater awareness regarding the necessary adaptations for various special circumstances. Nutritional choices play an essential role in the efficacy of diabetes management and overall health status for patients with T1DM. Factors such as effective carbohydrate counting, assessment of the macronutrient composition of meals, and comprehending the concept of the glycemic index of foods are paramount in making informed pre-meal adjustments when utilizing insulin pumps. Furthermore, the ability to handle such situations as physical exercise, illness, pregnancy, and lactation by making appropriate adjustments in nutrition and pump settings should be cultivated within the patient–practitioner relationship. This review aims to provide healthcare practitioners with practical guidance on optimizing care for individuals living with T1DM. It includes recommendations on carbohydrate counting, managing mixed meals and the glycemic index, addressing exercise-related challenges, coping with illness, and managing nutritional needs during pregnancy and lactation. Additionally, considerations relating to closed-loop systems with regard to nutrition are addressed. By implementing these strategies, healthcare providers can better equip themselves to support individuals with T1DM in achieving improved diabetes management and enhanced quality of life. Full article
(This article belongs to the Special Issue Nutrition and Lifestyle Intervention in Type 1 Diabetes)
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