A healthy eating plan is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, moderate in protein, high in whole grains and fiber, and moderate in sodium and sugars. What you eat can help protect you from heart disease, stroke, and other diabetes complications.
Dairy products vary a lot in the amount of calories and unhealthy fat. Simple substitutions like using non-fat plain Greek yogurt or fat-free sour cream instead of regular sour cream can make a difference in your meal plan.
Dairy products vary a lot in the amount of calories and unhealthy fat. Simple substitutions like using non-fat plain Greek yogurt or fat-free sour cream instead of regular sour cream can make a difference in your meal plan.
Here are some tips to help you eat healthy:
This information is a summary from "Diabetes A to Z" and is provided with the permission of the American Diabetes Association.
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