Drink good drinks for people with diabetes such as green tea, filtered water, nut milk, soy milk.
2. Foods rich in fiber
Patients should eat steamed, boiled vegetables, choose low-sweet, high-fiber fruits such as: grapefruit, guava, plum, apple, strawberry, peach, apple, orange, papaya… just squeeze the water.
Should replace jams by eating nuts: almonds, walnuts, cashews, pumpkin seeds, melon seeds, macadamia nuts …
People with diabetes can help control blood sugar by choosing green leafy vegetables that are full of vitamins and minerals. Vegetables that provide potassium, vitamin A, calcium, protein, and fiber such as spinach (spinach, spinach), kale, broccoli, cabbage, etc.
3. Food group rich in fat
In the main meal or snack, the patient can use foods with fat (lipids) such as: vegetable oil, cheese, butter, milk… However, the patient should use it sparingly (maximum use about 2 teaspoons). Fat coffee / 1 main meal) to avoid increasing blood sugar, causing fatty liver, increasing the risk of blood pressure and cardiovascular complications.
4. Protein-rich food group
People with diabetes should add foods rich in protein such as: poultry, red meat, fish, beans, eggs.
Lean meats are relatively low in fat and therefore have fewer calories than fatty meats. Lean meat provides a source of protein to build and repair tissues in the body. Protein is also converted into glucose if the body needs more energy.
Fish rich in protein, containing good omega-3 (essential fatty acids that support brain function) should eat 340g of fish per week, especially fish rich in omega-3 such as salmon, mackerel, sardines.
Eggs and beans provide good sources of protein for the body. Eggs are high in choline (a nutrient similar to B vitamins) that is beneficial for the brain, helping to reduce inflammation. Legumes are a good source of low-fat protein and contain useful minerals like iron that are good for diabetics.