New diet that matches biological clock may be better for diabetes

Many healthcare providers believe that the best approach for people with type 2 diabetes is to eat more, smaller meals at regular intervals throughout the day. Typically experts recommend eating six times a day. However, this approach can lead to problems. Some people who follow this type of diet plan require more intensive treatments. This is particularly true of those with severe forms of diabetes who need to inject themselves with high doses of insulin to counterbalance insulin resistance.However, high-dosage insulin injections can introduce glucose [blood sugar] level imbalances. They can also cause weight gain and lead to a higher risk of cardiovascular problems. recently, a team of researchers from Tel Aviv university in Israel has hypothesized that eating according to a person's natural ''body clock''- which typically calls for three larger meals a day-might help physiological processes to synchronize better and reduce the amount of insulin a person requires.