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| Diabetic patients are already at a risk for cardiac diseases. Meat and dairy products rich in saturated fats increases the likelihood of developing cardiovascular diseases at a fast pace. Red meat should be strictly avoided, but skinless chicken can be consumed at times. |   |
| Fruits are rich in fibre, minerals and vitamins, but also a great source of carbohydrates. It should be consumed in moderation. Fruits like guavas, apples, papayas, strawberries, grape fruit are good for diabetics. Avoid fruits like bananas, grapes, dates, watermelon, jack fruit and mango. According to the calorie count, two to four servings of fruits can be considered right. |  |
| Limit the intake of hydrogenated oils for cooking diabetic recipes and dishes. Instead you can prefer avocado oil, pure olive oil, sesame oil or soybean oil. |  |
| Diet rich in fibre is a preventive against diabetes. Fibre decelerates the digestion, metabolic rate, and absorption of carbohydrates. It increases the sensitivity of tissues to insulin, hence preventing rises in blood sugar levels. Food items like oats, cereals, legumes, wholegrain products, dried beans, peas, lentils, etc. are rich in fibre content and should necessarily be included in your diabetic diet. | |
| Diabetic patients should avoid food items that are a rich in fat, sugar, and salt. They should take more of fruits, vegetables, and meals rich in starch, vitamins and minerals. | |
| A diabetic patient should limit the intake of sodium. Try to avoid canned foods like soy sauce, pickles, etc. |   |
| Prefer water instead of soft drinks or soda. Drinking plenty of water everyday will help you to maintain the diabetic level. |  |
| Avoid vegetables like potatoes, carrots, pees, beans in the diet. Vegetables good for diabetic patients are cabbage, lettuce, spinach, onion, garlic, bitter gourd and tomatoes as they are rich in fibre. | |
| Nuts like walnuts, almonds and pecans are rich in unsaturated fat. It is better to avoid them. | |
| Food items rich in omega-3 fatty acids should be included in the diet. | |
| Reduce intake of food items like sweets, cakes, fried items, cakes, etc. | |
| Foods having high glycemic index raise the blood sugar rapidly. Do check the link in helpful links section. | |
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