If you have been diagnosed with Diabetes, first thing, which comes in management is lifestyle modification, and importantly, healthy eating, and today we will talk about that.
• Eating the right foods can help keep your blood sugar levels in check.
The key is balance.
• Your plate should include whole grains, lean proteins like beans, legumes or egg , fish or chicken, healthy fats like nuts or olive oil, and plenty of non-starchy vegetables such as broccoli or spinach.
• Avoid sugary drinks, processed snacks, and fried foods, as they can spike your blood sugar.
• Portion control is equally important.
• Eating smaller, consistent meals throughout the day can help prevent blood sugar fluctuations.
• A useful tip is to use the ADA plate method
Take a quarter plate for your meals and fill half your plate (50%) with non starchy vegetables, a quarter(25%) with protein, and the rest with whole grains.
Add a non sugary drink like buttermilk or plain water.
• Pro tip – Frequently measure your blood glucose by Glucometer 2 hours after a particular meal to understand how your blood sugars react to it and manage portion control or tweak the ingredients to suit your target levels.
Do not forget that staying hydrated is important.
Consulting a dietitian can make all the difference as individual have different food choices and regional choices.
More importantly follow the advise given by your dietician and physician.
Make the best food choices for your own health.