Diabetes Nutrition: Tips for Managing Blood Sugar Levels

Diabetes nutrition focuses on dietary strategies to manage blood sugar levels and promote overall health for individuals with diabetes.

Diabetes Nutrition FAQ

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Why is nutrition important in diabetes care?

Nutrition is a critical part of diabetes care. Balancing the right amount of carbohydrates, fat, protein along with fibre, vitamins and minerals helps us to maintain a healthy diet and a healthy lifestyle. Getting the balance right can help the body to stay in prime condition, but what is the right balance of nutrients?

What is a diabetes diet?

A diabetes diet is a healthy-eating plan that helps control blood sugar. Use this guide to get started, from meal planning to counting carbohydrates. A diabetes diet simply means eating the healthiest foods in moderate amounts and sticking to regular mealtimes.

How can you navigate nutrition while living with diabetes?

Explore how to navigate nutrition while living with diabetes—because when you eat right, you feel right. Eating well with diabetes doesn't mean giving up your favorite foods, it's about finding the balance between keeping the flavors you love and incorporating the nutrients you need to live well with diabetes.

Can you eat a healthy diet if you have diabetes?

We've got healthy eating advice for everyone – whether you have type 1, type 2 or another type of diabetes. It's also relevant if you are newly diagnosed or have been told you are at risk of diabetes. An important part of managing your condition is to eat a healthy, balanced diet. There's no such thing as a 'diabetic' diet or 'diabetic' recipes.