Healthy Eating Habits
- In order to control your diabetes, it is a good idea to maintain control of your diet
- You can improve your diet by limiting your carbohydrate and sugar intakes
- One way to limit your sugar intake is to not have as many sugary foods and drinks
- When eating carbs, one should try to eat complex carbs, like vegetables and whole grains
- Snack suggestions include: low-fat string cheese, boiled eggs, cucumbers, celery, sugar free gelatin, or a small serving of nuts
- Here are some general percentage guidelines for calorie intake for your diet:
- Proteins: 10-20%
- Healthy fats: 25-30%
- Carbohydrates: 50-60%
