Principle 1: Variety and Food Combination Is KeyEat at least 12 different foods daily and more than 25 foods weekly.Include dark green leafy vegetables (spinach, rapeseed), orange‑red fruits and vegetables (carrots, tomatoes), red/purple/black foods (purple cabbage, dried jujubes, mulberries), dairy products, soy products (tofu, soy milk), whole grains (oats, corn), and nuts and seeds (cashews, […]
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Three Traps of Vegetarian Diets for People with Diabetes
People with diabetes can choose a vegetarian diet, but they should avoid the following three common traps:Trap 1: The Sweet Trap of Processed Vegetarian FoodsProcessed products such as vegetarian meat, vegetarian ham, and vegetarian snacks often contain high levels of sugar, salt, and fat. These ingredients can cause a rapid rise in blood glucose and […]
Types of Vegetarian Diets:Lacto‑Ovo Vegetarian Diet Is Preferred for People with Diabetes
A vegetarian diet is defined as a diet high in plant‑based foods and low in animal‑based foods. Different types of vegetarian diets are distinguished by excluding specific foods, and mainly include:lacto‑ovo vegetarian, lacto‑vegetarian, and vegan. For people with diabetes, the lacto‑ovo vegetarian diet is a relatively ideal choice.While retaining the advantages of plant‑based foods, it […]