6 ways to eat to beat diabetes

6 ways to eat to beat diabetes

Follow these healthy eating suggestions that will work with your lifestyle—and help you manage your diabetes

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Pour on some fat

You need fat in your diet for healthy cells. And fat is important in managing diabetes because it keeps you feeling satisfied. Eat more than you need, though, and those fat calories will end up stored on your hips—so be choosy about the amount and type of fat you choose. Some suggestions:

• Add a tablespoon of nuts, particularly almonds or walnuts, to a salad, soup or main course.
• Instead of using low-fat salad dressings, drizzle on a tablespoon of olive oil paired with flavourful vinegars.
• Add a slice or two of avocado to a sandwich or omelette.