Diabetes Weblog

I think they are out of their minds with this eating
formal, BUT it does support those who think Carbo
foods are good for diabetics. To this I add, to each
his own, but I’ll pray for you.

all the best
Michael

From:: British Diabetes Association

Eat regular meals based on starchy foods such as
bread, pasta, chapatis, potatoes, rice and cereals.
This will help you to control your blood glucose
levels. Whenever possible, choose high fibre varieties
of these foods, like wholemeal bread and wholemeal

cereals, as fibre maintains the health of your
digestive system and prevents problems such as
constipation.

Try and cut down on the fat you eat, particularly
saturated (animal) fats, as this type of fat is linked
to heart disease. Choose monounsaturated fats, eg
olive oil and rapeseed oil. Eating less fat and fatty
foods will also help you to lose weight. Use less
butter, margarine, cheese and fatty meats. Choose low
fat dairy foods like skimmed milk and low fat yogurt.
Grill, steam or oven bake instead of frying or cooking
with oil or other fats.

Eat more fruit and vegetables — aim for at least five
portions a day to provide you with vitamins and fibre
as well as to help you balance your overall diet. A
portion is, for example, a piece of fruit or a serving
of a vegetable.

Cut down on sugar and sugary foods. This does not mean
you need to eat a sugar-free diet. Sugar can be used
as an ingredient in foods and in baking as part of a
healthy diet. However, use sugar-free, low sugar or
diet squashes and fizzy drinks, as sugary drinks cause
blood glucose levels to rise quickly.

Use less salt, because a high intake of salt can raise
your blood pressure. Try flavouring food with herbs
and spices instead of salt.

Drink alcohol in moderation only — that’s two units of
alcohol per day for a woman and three units per day
for a man. For example, a small glass of wine or half
a pint of normal-strength beer is one unit. Never
drink on an empty stomach, as alcohol can make
hypoglycaemia (low blood glucose levels) more likely
to occur.

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