Paula Deen's s diabetes diagnosis won't change her cooking style. The Food Network star, known for her high fat, indulgent recipes, told the Today show's Al Roker that she will continue to cook and eat her signature dishes in moderation.  During her appearance, she also announced that she will be the spokesperson for Victoza, a diabetes medication that is meant to be used along with a healthy diet and exercise.

Deen's announcement has led to a flood of criticism and blame.  Some feel that her cooking style, with plenty of fried foods, butter, and high fat dairy products, is directly to blame for the diabetes diagnosis.  And many have commented on her endorsement deal with Victoza.  One blogger writes "Ms. Deen's approach of eating smaller amounts of the same unhealthful foods while at the same time promoting injectable medications sets a bad example for those in similar situations."

Many also feel that the endorsement of high fat cooking undermines standard recommendations for the management of Type 2 diabetes.   Since obesity is a primary risk factor for Type 2 diabetes and since a large percentage of patients are overweight when diagnosed, weight loss and weight management are standard recommendations for the disease.

But it is possible to eat like Paula Deen and lose weight?  Will her diagnosis change the way you eat?  Even if you eat Deen-style meals in moderation and exercise portion control at the table, are you doing yourself a disservice by keeping high fat foods in your diet?  Chime in below and add your comment.

Paula Deen’s Diabetes Diagnosis: Will it Change the Way You Eat? originally appeared on About.com Weight Loss on Wednesday, January 18th, 2012 at 15:19:53.

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