DIETS TO HELP IMPROVE TYPE 2 DIABETES | THE FOOD HOSPITAL | BEYOND DOCUMENTARY

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This documentary delves into the pressing issue of Type 2 diabetes in Britain, a condition that carries a significant economic and personal cost. The program follows six women who voluntarily admit themselves to an 'Extreme Diet Ward' to confront the disease through drastic dietary changes and weight reduction. Under the guidance of dietitian Lucy Jones and GP Gio Miletto, participants undertake either a 1600-calorie ratio-controlled diet or an 800-calorie liquid diet for four challenging days. The documentary also highlights the surgical intervention offered by Consultant Surgeon Shaw Somers for individuals like Tracey Fern Sweeney, who weighs 23 stone and was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes two years prior. Furthermore, it touches upon the prevalence of gestational diabetes, featuring the story of Cherry, a new mother whose pregnancy was complicated by the condition. The film aims to explore whether such intensive interventions can lead to the remission of Type 2 diabetes, offering a glimpse into the difficult, yet potentially life-changing, journey of these individuals.