Core Principles of Diabetic Diet
A diabetic diet isn’t about “eating nothing” — it’s about “knowing how to eat.” Core principles include:
- Control total calories, maintain a healthy weight
- Choose low glycemic index (GI) foods
- Ensure adequate dietary fiber intake
- Eat regular, measured portions with smaller, frequent meals
Three Daily Meal Recommendations
Breakfast (7:00-8:00)
- Staple: 1-2 slices of whole wheat bread OR 1 bowl of oatmeal
- Protein: 1 boiled egg + 1 cup of unsweetened soy milk
- Vegetables: Cucumber or tomato salad
Lunch (12:00-13:00)
- Staple: Half bowl of mixed grain rice (brown rice + oats + millet)
- Protein: 100g steamed fish OR 100g chicken breast
- Vegetables: 200g leafy greens (lightly stir-fried with minimal oil)
- Soup: Seaweed and egg soup (low salt)
Dinner (18:00-19:00)
- Staple: 1 sweet potato OR half an ear of corn
- Protein: 100g tofu OR 50g lean meat
- Vegetables: 200g broccoli, celery, etc.
Foods to Avoid
- Refined sugar and sugary drinks
- High GI staples like white rice and white noodles (can be mixed with whole grains in small amounts)
- Fried foods and high-fat meats
- Alcohol
QingYing’s Recommendation
Diabetic dietary management requires a personalized approach. QingYing’s registered dietitians will create an easy-to-follow daily meal plan based on your blood sugar levels, medications, and taste preferences.
Combined with medical advice and regular medication, scientific diet planning helps stabilize blood sugar levels.