deitWhen you’re suffering from Diabetes, choosing the right kinds of food to eat is a must. You should never stray away from what’s intended for your diet regardless of the temptation lurking around those sweets and worst choices of food. Sure, the application itself is unquestionably hard, but you have to eat right if you’d like to live more healthier years. However, if you think that it’s very important for you to eat the forbidden, try to designate those as you occasional or rare food—the frequency of eating them should be next to zero, at least in every ample amount of time in between. In this way, you can build healthier years ahead. So, whether you’re one of those nearly 57 million Americans who are Pre-Diabetes or those 24 million who already have Diabetes, it’s best for you to take control over what you eat. Now, if you’re lucky enough to still be one of the rests of the population that hasn’t been touched by Diabetes yet, then I strongly suggest that you now use the luxury of eating to avoid Diabetes.

Here are the kinds of food you can include on your diet to avoid Diabetes. And for those who already have, you can still eat these so you wouldn’t have to mind whether your Diabetes will attack because of something that you eat.

Fruits

  • Low-sugar Jam
  • 100% Fruit juice
  • Fresh fruits
  • Sugar-free Applesauce
  • Lemon
  • Lime
  • Berries
  • Grapes

Vegetables

  • Arugula
  • Lettuces
  • Kale
  • Greens
  • Spinach
  • Unsalted canned vegetables
  • Frozen vegetables
  • Fresh vegetables; lightly steamed or roasted
  • Non-starchy vegetables
  • Canned tomatoes with reduced sodium
  • Artichoke hearts
  • Red peppers, roasted

Beverages

  • Both unflavored or flavored water
  • Black coffee with low-fat milk and substitute sugar
  • Hot chocolates
  • Plain coffee
  • Non-fruity mixed drinks

Dairy Food

  • Low-fat cheese
  • Nonfat sour cream
  • Nonfat half- and-half
  • Low-carb yogurt
  • Low-fat yogurt
  • Trans-free margarine
  • Skim milk

Protein Sources like Meat

  • Beans
  • Eggs
  • Nuts
  • Almonds
  • Turkey bacon
  • Tofu
  • Top sirloin
  • Skinless chicken or turkey breast
  • Rotisserie chicken
  • Grilled fish
  • Steamed fish
  • Baked fish
  • Broiled fish
  • Frozen fish fillets

Grains of Sorts

  • Corn
  • Corm-made products
  • Popcorn
  • Whole-grain bread
  • Brown rice
  • Whole-grain cereals
  • Whole wheat flour
  • Oatmeal
  • Quinoa
  • Whole wheat tortillas
  • Corn tortillas

Sauce & Extra Flavoring

  • Light Salad Dressing
  • Mustard
  • Olive Oil
  • Hummus
  • Lemon juice
  • Lime juice
  • Balsamic vinegar
  • Salsa
  • Salt and pepper
  • Minced garlic
  • Dried herbs

Quick Breakfast Meal Ideas

  • Fruit & Almond Smoothie
  • Zucchini Muffins

Quick Lunch Meal Ideas

  • Veggie Chili
  • Chickpea Salad
  • Mediterranean Turkey Wrap

Quick Dinner Meal Ideas

  • Chicken Fajita Burritos
  • Spicy Shrimp Stir Fry
  • Spinach and Ham English Muffin Pizzas

Start to think and eat healthy for your own sake. By choosing to eat these types of food instead, you’ll have enough strength & health that you need without compromising yourself with Diabetes. It could also be a good way to shift your diet to a way healthier one. After all, it’s always best to take extra precautions now than cure yourself later one. Say yes to a better, healthier and Diabetes-free diet.