Diabetes Diet
There is no one single diet for diabetic people. There are of course suggestive eating patterns that you can implement that will really help control your diabetes. Your diet should have a goal in mind.
Your diet should,
Try and acheive near normal glucose levels. Eating a consistent amount of calories every day is very important.
Protect your heart and control your blood pressure.
To keep your weight regular and within normal weight limits for a person of your height and build. Being overweight is really a bad idea, especially people with type 2 diabetes.
To help stop any complications of diabetes. Diabetes come with many side effects and complications and a good diet can help prevent those.
Your diet should promote a healthy lifestyle in general.
You should be trying to limit your fats in your food intake. Try and avoid saturated fats which are often found in animal products. Monosaturated fats are much better for you. Make sure you consume plenty of high fiber foods like whole grains, fruit and vegetables (fresh).
One thing you should really try and do is limit your salt intake. Your diet should break down like this.
10% protein
20% fats
70 percent carbohydrates
Five servings of fresh fruits and vegetables everyday is a good start for any diet. Any sort of fatty fish is also good in moderation. Legumes and nuts are great for people with diabetes and make a great snack.
The best way to get the diet plan for you is to make an appointment with your local dietician. They are the ones who can help you most.