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Diabetic Diet Basic

The basics to diabetic meal planning are simple once you understand the way that your body breaks down food. Everything you eat is broken down into sugar eventually. Sugary foods such as sweets or fruit hit the bloodstream almost immediately, followed by the slower starches (carbohydrates, or carbs), which take an hour or two to break down depending on their complexity. Proteins are next, taking about four hours, then between six and eight hours the fats finally break down. If strict attention is paid to diet and exercise, many diabetics can control their blood sugar with minimal dependence on medication.

Diabetic Diet Plan And Goal

Your diet plan's goal is to eat a balanced, portion controlled meal that will allow your body to stay on an even keel throughout the day as the components of each meal hit the system. Eating every two to three hours is best, five or six small meals being recommended, and light exercise after each meal will help kick start your digestive system and prevent a spike in sugar levels. If you can include appropriate servings from each food category at each meal they will break down at different rates, delivering a steady trickle of sugar into the bloodstream and keeping your energy level stable. This saves your system from having to deal with a great influx all at once, as it would if you ate only carbs, or only protein.
 

Sample Diabetic Diet Menus

The ideal diabetic meal will consist of a combination of foods. Some foods cross categories, like bread products that are high in fat, dairy items that provide protein, and starchy vegetables. Your needs will vary depending on the time of day and how much physical activity you engage in. A sample of a standard diabetic main meal follows.

One serving of protein (3 oz of chicken, lean beef or fish)
One serving of bread (whole grain roll, tortilla or ½ cup pasta)
One serving of dairy (cheese, milk or low-fat sour cream)
One serving vegetables (fist sized portion or a small bowl of salad)
One serving fruit (tennis ball sized or ½ cup sliced)
Small amounts of unsaturated fats are needed, so add a little dressing or a pat of soft margarine. Avoid sweets; consider the fruit your dessert!

 


 

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