What are the dietary treatment guidelines for diabetes?
Disease description:
I was recently diagnosed with diabetes, and my blood sugar levels are not yet severely elevated. I’d like to start managing it through dietary adjustments. Could you please explain the dietary guidelines for diabetes management?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Zhengxin
For dietary management of diabetes, the primary principles are balanced nutrition and appropriate control of caloric intake. The diet should be diverse: consumption of staple foods—such as rice and wheat-based products—should be reduced, while intake of high-quality protein, dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals should be moderately increased. Meals should be small and frequent. Blood glucose levels should be monitored regularly to assess improvement, and dietary plans should be adjusted accordingly based on observed glycemic changes.
