Eating Healthy in Diabetes

Posted on November 29, 2007 in Latest News

A diabetes diet is a diet which is less is carbohydrates as carbohydrates have most effect on blood sugar levels. Still, for most people with diabetes, total fat consumption and protein intake must be monitored as well.

Dietary Tips for Diabetes

Maintain a colorful plate i.e. eats plenty of fruits, vegetables, meats, and other forms of protein such as nuts, dairy products, and grains/cereals.

Maintain a healthy weight.

Choose foods high in fiber such as breads, fruit, and cereals

Eat only the amount of food in your meal plan. Over eating is not good for diabetic people.

In women with gestational diabetes, eat multiple meals and snacks per day as recommended.

Do not skip meals.

Eat meals and snacks at regular times every day. If you are taking a diabetes medicine, eat your meals and take your medicine at the same times each day.

Make sure that your protein intake should not exceed 15% to 20% a day.

Limit your fat intake too because diabetic people are prone to heart diseases.

When can you eat sugar in diabetes.

Read labels and find out how much sugar or carbohydrates are in the foods that you eat.

Learn to substitute. If you are eating sugary food than avoid carbohydrate for that day.

Check your blood glucose after eating sugary foods and talk to your doctor about how to adjust your insulin if needed when eating sugars.

Try to Use Artificial Sweeteners
Artificial sweeteners reduce calories and thus can be a great substitute for table sugar. Remember that food containing artificial sugar may also have carbohydrates so learn to read the label and balance the two.

For a more detailed information please check with your doctor.

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