A healthy eating plan for diabetes
Have a meal plan just for you.
It's normal to have questions about what to eat when you find out you have diabetes. Our diabetes educators can help you come up with a meal plan just for you.
We also have several important tips you can start on right away to help bring down your blood sugar:
- Stop drinking sugar-sweetened beverages, such as regular soda and fruit juices with added sugar. Diet soda is acceptable.
- Try to drink more water.
- Limit the amount of fruit juice you drink to a half cup per day. It’s better to have two to three servings of a whole fruit per day.
- Try not to eat candy, cookies and other sweets, at least for now.
- Be aware of serving sizes. Try to eat less of the “starchy foods” like bread, potatoes and pasta.
- Try to eat your daily amount of food between three meals. Try not to skip meals.
This list of tips will get you started on the right track. You'll be learning much more about what to eat and how to take care of yourself at Diabetes class. Call 1-425-339-5431 to schedule your class.
Sources
- American Diabetes Association, diabetes.org
- USDA, myplate.gov
The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice or a substitute for professional health care. You should consult an appropriate health care professional for your specific needs.
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