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Qualitative studies suggest some lifestyle strategies may be linked to good control, but those strategies have not been validated. This study provides population-based evidence that dietary strategies identified in qualitative studies are associated with glycemic control in US patients with diabetes.<\/jats:p>\n               <\/jats:sec>\n               <jats:sec>\n                  <jats:title>Research design and methods<\/jats:title>\n                  <jats:p>In a cross-sectional sample of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), qualitative self-management themes were matched to survey questions and used to predict good glycemic control (hemoglobin A1c &lt;7.0% (53 mmol\/mol)). Patients were limited to those 50 years of age and older with a diagnosis of diabetes for at least 1\u2009year (N=465).<\/jats:p>\n               <\/jats:sec>\n               <jats:sec>\n                  <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                  <jats:p>Patients averaged 65 years of age with a body mass index of 32.56\u2009kg\/m<jats:sup>2<\/jats:sup> and 42% reported no physical activity. In logistic regression models controlling for sociodemographic and medical history variables, self-monitoring of blood glucose, weight loss, and physical activity were not significantly associated with glycemic control. Instead, dietary practices such as consuming low-calorie foods (OR=4.05, 95%\u2009CI 1.64 to 10.01), eating less fat (OR=2.15, 95%\u2009CI 1.03 to 4.47), and reducing sodium (OR=1.94, 95%\u2009CI 1.18 to 3.17) were significantly associated with good glycemic control, as was diabetes education or consultation with a dietitian (OR=3.48, 95%\u2009CI 1.28 to 9.45). Non-adherence to medications (OR=0.27, 95%\u2009CI 0.11 to 0.68) and general dietary descriptions, such as following a \u2018diabetic diet\u2019 (OR=0.32, 95%\u2009CI 0.17 to 0.57) and \u2018changing eating habits for weight loss\u2019 (OR=0.34, 95%\u2009CI 0.15 to 0.77), were associated with poorer glycemic control.<\/jats:p>\n               <\/jats:sec>\n               <jats:sec>\n                  <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                  <jats:p>The NHANES validation of lifestyle management strategies suggests practices that may be sustainable. In a population that tends to be obese with low physical activity, successful self-care might emphasize specific dietary practices offering concrete touchpoints for patient communication and guidance. 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