The Prolonged Effects of a Low Cholesterol, High Carbohydrate Diet Upon the Serum Lipids in Diabetic Patients

Abstract

The preliminary results of a prolonged prospective study of the influence of an experimental diet in patients with diabetes are reported. This diet is restricted in cholesterol to 100 mg daily and in fat to 20% of the total calories. Its carbohydrate content is relatively high (64% of the total calories). Suitably instructed patients adhered to the diet. Despite the large intake of carbohydrate, insulin requirements did not increase. Diabetic regulation was good or excellent. This experimental diet effectively reduced serum cholesterol levels and did not increase the concentration of serum triglyceride.