An ideal diabetic diet simply means eating the healthiest foods naturally rich in nutrients, low in fat, having moderate calories and sticking to regular mealtimes. A carb:protein:fat ratio of 55:25:20 is an ideally balanced diabetic diet, with a total daily calorie intake of 1500-1800 Kcal based on the BMI. This helps in better utilisation of the insulin that your body produces or gets through medication.Whole grains, oats, channa, atta, millets and other high fiber foods should be included in the meals. Vegetables rich in fiber help lowering down the blood sugar levels and thus are healthy. High fiber vegetables such as peas, beans, broccoli and spinach /leafy vegetables should
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