Diabetic Meal Plan Good food for all the family.
A good balanced diabetic meal plan consists of foods low in sugar, fat and salt – the same kind of diet recommended for non-diabetics.A diabetic menu does have some restrictions but needn't be dull and boring. A good diabetic menu is a healthy diet for all the family. You will still be able to enjoy a wide range of foods, including desserts, and eat a well balanced diet. You will simply need to choose your menu wisely and develop sensible eating habits. Your diabetic diet meal plan should be used in conjunction with a good exercise program. The more you are able to control your weight, both through diet and exercise, the better you will be able to control your diabetes. Keeping your weight under control also helps to lower the risk of strokes, heart disease and high blood pressure. The diabetic menu should consist of foods from the following groups: Approximately one third of your nutrition should come from fruit and vegetables, one third from cereals, breads and potatoes and one third from meat, fish and dairy products or, in the case of vegetarians, suitable alternatives to animal products. Foods containing fats and sugar should be kept to a minimum. The information on this site will help you with your diabetic menu and your meal plans. If you have and special needs or considerations, you should be able to get good advice from your GP or your dietician. If you have not seen a dietician ask your GP for a referral.
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