Transforming Diabetes Care through Self-care: The Role of Customized Nutrition Plans and Carbohydrate Tracking in Achieving Weight Regulation and Improved Clinical Outcomes

Diabetes management necessitates balanced nutrition, carbohydrate intake, and weight control. Self-care theory enables patients to make educated decisions, resulting in better health outcomes. This review assesses the impact of personalized diet plans and carbohydrate tracking, guided by Self-Care Theory, on weight regulation and overall diabetes management. A literature review was conducted, analyzing studies on personalized diet interventions, carbohydrate tracking, and Self-Care Theory in diabetes management, using databases such as PubMed, Scopus, MEDLINE, Pro-Quest, and Science Direct to identify relevant articles from 2018 to 2024. The findings demonstrate that personalized diet plans combined with carbohydrate tracking significantly improve weight regulation and glycemic control in diabetic patients. Incorporating self-care theory enhances patient engagement, leading to sustained behavior change and better long-term outcomes. In conclusion, the study underscores the importance of customized nutrition and carbohydrate tracking as vital components of diabetes management, demonstrating their potential to improve patient self-management and overall health through a structured, theory-driven approach.