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Making healthy food choices is a good strategy for managing diabetes. Start by following the Diabetes Plate and learning which foods will help you reach your blood glucose (blood sugar) targets and nourish your body. Once you discover the foods you like that support your health goals, be sure to keep your kitchen stocked with them to make sticking to a balanced eating plan much easier. There are lots of options available to you, but here are 10 foods to get you started.
Have you just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and don't know where to start on your healthy eating journey? We are here to help you discover delicious and nutritious choices that will support your diabetes management!
How Food Impacts Diabetes Management
Choosing quality, healthy foods is one of the strategies for diabetes management because food has a direct impact on your blood glucose (blood sugar). That’s why making informed decisions about your food choices and portion size can make a difference.
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You’ve probably seen words like “natural,” “clean,” “healthy,” “keto,” “paleo,” “low carb,” or “net carbs” on food packages. Many foods in the grocery store use these claims to get your attention. Some of claims are defined by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but many are not backed by any rules or science.
Seeing all these claims can feel confusing. Understanding what they mean can help you decide which products are worth buying—and which claims you can ignore.
Here’s what these terms really mean:
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Fruits and vegetables are packed with nutrients that may help lower the risks of cardiovascular disease, improve blood pressure and blood glucose (blood sugar), and boost overall health.