1. Linn Community Care/Cedar Rapids Medical Education Foundation
DIABETES and DIET
Krishna Prasad Khanal
06/08/2010
Linn Community Care/Cedar Rapids Medical Education Foundation

2. Objectives
To highlight the importance of consistent diet for better sugar control.
To identify healthy food items.
To recommend exchange system for quality of diet, taste and lifestyle.

4. Your diabetic diet is simply a healthy-eating plan that will help you control your blood sugar.
A diabetic diet is naturally rich in nutrients and low in fat and calories. In fact, it's the best eating plan for everyone.

6. Planning your meal Establish a routine for eating meal.
Choose the healthiest foods in the right amounts at each meal.
Stick to your meal plan and watch your serving sizes.

8. If you're already eating a variety of healthy foods, you may simply need to adjust portion sizes to keep your blood sugar (glucose) under control.

10. Healthy Food Choices Whole grains, lean meats and whole fruits.
Read food labels. “Fat free” or “low fat” food often contains high sugar level.
Foods with “No sugar added” are not necessarily sugar free.

13. Plate Method (Lunch/Dinner)
Vegetables: Half of the plate.
Protein: ¼ th of the plate.
Carbohydrates: ¼ th of the plate.
Milk or yoghurt: Non fat or low fat.
Fruits: Half cup.

14. Foods to avoid
Saturated fats: Whole milk, red meat, pork, bacon, spare ribs etc.
Trans fat: Donuts, French fries.
High Cholesterol Foods: High fat dairy products, high fat meals, liver and egg yolks.
Refined Carbohydrates: Sugar and white bread.

16. Carbohydrate Counting
Spread carbohydrate intake throughout the day.
Avoid skipping meals.
Plan a head and follow your meal plan.
Eat variety of foods.
Choose foods with a lower fat content.
Be physically active.

18. Diet low in Sodium
High in fruits, vegetables.
Low fat dairy products.
Artificial sweeteners do not affect blood sugar levels.

19. Curb Dietary Cholesterol
Lean meats over organ meats.
Egg substitute over egg yolks.
Skim milk over whole milk products.

21. Eating out Many restaurants now offer healthier options.
Less butter or broiled or grilled meat.

22. Exchange Lists An exchange has
. The same amount of carbohydrates, protein, fat and calories
. The same effect on your blood sugar.
small apple
1/3 cup of cooked pasta

24. Conclusion Plan your meal with healthiest food routinely every day.
Avoid high cholesterol/saturated fats/refined carbohydrates in your diet.
Work with your dietician for making better food choices based on your health goals, tastes and life style.