Foods Beneficial for Diabetics 

There are some types of 

healthy foods that a diabetic is recommended to eat and enter into his diet on a daily basis, including: [2] Healthy carbohydrates: fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes (beans, peas, lentils) and low-fat dairy products. Foods rich in fiber: Dietary fiber includes all parts of plant foods that the body cannot digest and absorb. It slows down the digestion process and helps to regulate blood sugar levels. Foods rich in fiber include vegetables, fruits, nuts, legumes, and whole wheat flour, And wheat bran. Fish: It is recommended to eat fish twice a week, as some types of fish are a good alternative to high-fat meat, including cod, tuna and halibut, and some types of fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which enhance heart health by reducing Triglyceride levels, including salmon, mackerel, and tuna. Good fats: Foods that contain unsaturated fats help lower cholesterol in the blood, such as: avocado, almonds, nuts, olives, olive oil, and canola oil, but they should not be eaten because all fats are high in calories.

Sample menu: 

When planning meals, the patient's measurements and level of physical activity must be taken into consideration. The following list is designed for a person who needs 1200-1600 calories a day, which is: [2] Breakfast: an average slice of whole wheat bread, and two spoons Two small jam, 1/2 cup grated wheat grain, a cup of low-fat milk, coffee and a piece of fruit. Lunch: grilled beef sandwich on wheat bread with lettuce, tomatoes, low-fat American cheese, mayonnaise, medium-sized apple beans, and water. Dinner: salmon, 1 ومل2 teaspoon of vegetable oil, baked small potatoes, 1/2 cup of carrots, 1/2 cup green beans, unsweetened tea and milk. Snack: two and a half cups of popcorn with a teaspoon and a half butter