After participating in this activity, the viewer should be better able to:
1. To define the effects of protein ingestion on glucose and insulin concentrations in persons with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
2. To review protein recommendations in persons with diabetes and normal renal function and usual protein sources.
3. To discuss the role of protein in the management of diabetic kidney disease.
4. To list the potential advantages and problems with high-protein diets for weight loss/maintenance and diabetes management.
Estimated time to complete this activity is 32 minutes.
Physicians, diabetes educators, and other health care professionals who treat patients with diabetes.