16/09/2024
Proper diet for diabetics plays a key role in maintaining normal blood sugar levels and overall health. The following are basic guidelines for formulating a diet for people with diabetes:
1. Basic principles of nutrition for diabetics:
Carbohydrate control: Limit simple carbohydrates (sugars, baked goods, sweets) and favor complex carbohydrates (whole grain products, legumes, vegetables).
Regular meals: Eat small meals every 3-4 hours to keep blood sugar levels stable.
Balance proteins, fats and carbohydrates: A combination of proteins (chicken, fish, eggs), healthy fats (avocados, olive oil, nuts) and complex carbohydrates helps slow the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream.
2. Foods that are recommended:
Vegetables with low glycemic index: Broccoli, spinach, zucchini, cabbage.
Protein: Lean meats (chicken, turkey), fish (especially fatty ones like salmon), eggs, low-fat dairy products, legumes.
Whole-grain foods: Oatmeal, brown rice, buckwheat, quinoa, whole-grain bread.
Low glycemic index fruits: Apples, pears, berries (blackberries, raspberries), citrus fruits.
Healthy fats: Avocados, olive oil, flaxseed oil, nuts and seeds.
3. Foods to avoid or limit:
Simple carbohydrates: White bread, white rice, pasta made from extra virgin flour, sweets.
Trans fats: Fried foods, margarine, confectionery containing hydrogenated fats.
Processed foods high in sugar: Canned juices, sweet carbonated drinks, desserts.
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