How do I plan a meal for my diabetic friend? What is a good daily menu for a diabetic
Just remember that a diabetic has to stay away from concentrated sweets sugar, honey, molasses in or on foods, and canned fruit in sweet syrup. Many diabetics also have to restrict the amount of fat they eat. Remember also that diabetics, especially those who take insulin, need a specific amount of carbohydrate in their diet. Just have something like bread, rice, or potatoes available, and the diabetic will know how much of it to eat. That's another point to remember. Just as important as what is allowed is how much. A diabetic must eat limited quantities of food. Don't be offended if your diabetic friend eats with gusto and then suddenly stops, as if someone has blown a whistle. There isn't a bug in the food or anything. It's just that the diabetic has eaten all that's allowed. Don't urge him or her to have more. That's being cruel. The diabetic would probably love to eat more, and it's taking every ounce of willpower to stop. A basic diabetic meal ...