Diabetes Can Eat Favorites
Having diabetes doesn't mean you can't eat your favorite foods. But you need to know how your choices will affect your blood sugar. A diabetes educator or dietitian can help you learn skills such as counting carbs, reading labels, and sizing up portions that will let you keep your condition in check while still enjoying your favorite meals.
Use a rule of three to build a healthy, satisfying meal. This can help you lose weight and manage your diabetes by eating more non-starchy foods. Divide your plate in half. Fill one side with vegetables like spinach, broccoli, carrots, or green beans. Next, divide the empty side into two halves. Use one for starchy foods such as potatoes, whole grains like brown rice or quinoa, or whole-grain bread or pasta. In the last section, add meat or another protein. On top of that, you can also have an 8-ounce glass of low-fat milk and a half-cup of fruit.
