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Diabetic Nutritional tips |
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The best eating plan for a person with diabetes is one that helps keep blood sugar levels under control. Each person with diabetes needs a meal plan designed especially for them.
Diabetes does not require special "diabetic" or "dietetic" foods. Choosing foods from all the food groups (breads or grains, fruits, vegetables, dairy foods, meat and other protein foods) is the best way to be sure you get the nutrition needed for good health. A meal plan will tell what kinds of food to eat and when to eat them. It will be based on any diabetic medicine you take and any exercise you do. If you eat away from home, try to eat the same amount and types of food as usual. WHEN DINING OUT: - keep healthy snacks with you to supplement your meal
- choose restaurants that provide salad bars with low-fat dressings and toppings
- order baked, broiled, or grilled items
- avoid fried items
- avoid high fat sauces and ask for all sauces and dressings to be placed on the side
- order steamed vegetables or fresh fruit when available
- split an entree with a friend or eat only half of it and take the other half home
Most foods can fit into a diabetic meal plan. Your doctor or dietitian can develop a meal plan that is right for you. For more information, contact Diabetes Australia in your state or territory. Article #6961 Copyright (c) 2002 McKesson. All Rights Reserved. |
