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Using the Diabetes Plate Method, your meal should be half non-starchy veggies, one-fourth protein, and one-fourth carbohydrate (carb) foods. If you have diabetes and are trying to make healthy food choices, then whole grains are the way to go for your carb choices. They have more fiber and nutrients than refined grains, two important elements that will help with diabetes management.

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The holidays can feel tricky when you’re living with diabetes. To-do lists are longer. Stress levels are higher. And traditional meals aren’t the easiest on blood glucose (blood sugar). These expert-backed tips will help you celebrate the season without losing sight of your health goals.

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When it comes to reducing inflammation and the risk for chronic diseases, switching to plant-based foods is an excellent choice. Eating more plant-based foods such as tofu, beans, soy, and lentils and using substitutes for dairy and meat, helps to reduce inflammation in the body and increase phytochemicals and antioxidants in our daily meals. For those with prediabetes or diabetes, consuming more plant-based foods can also help reduce the risk of other chronic diseases such as high blood pressure and heart disease. Including more protein at meals also helps to reduce how high blood glucose (blood sugar) rises after you eat.

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