For Diabetes

Diabetics are at a higher risk of heart disease and blood flow problems in their legs. They need to follow a healthy low fat diet and a diet which also helps them to control their blood sugar.


So, what can you do to manage your diabetes and to be healthier?
The American Diabetes Association has developed a healthy eating Food Pyramid as a guideline for healthy eating for diabetics. They recommend eating:-
1.6-11 servings of grains and starches per day – bread, pasta, rice, cereals, dried beans and starchy vegetables like potatoes. 2.A minimum of 3-5 servings of vegetables per day – look for vegetable recipes and diabetic recipes using vegetables. 3.2-4 servings of fruit per day. 4.2-3 servings of low fat or non-fat milk. 5.4-6 ounces (approximately 112-168g) of meat and meat substitutes per day – This should be shared between meals and not eaten at one meal. Visible fat should be trimmed off meat and meat should be cooked healthily – grilled, baked or barbecued rather than frying.


Meat substitutes are cheese, cottage cheese, nut butters, dried beans, eggs and tofu. 6.The smallest group is alcohol, fats and sweets which need to be limited. Alcohol and sweets should only be consumed as treats and in small servings. Use low fat recipes and non-fat or low-fat products.