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    Eating Well & Managing Diabetes | ADA

    • Learn how to eat healthy with diabetes from the American Diabetes Association. Find tips, guidelines, and recipes for meal planning, portion control, and nutrient-dense foods.… See more

    Non-Starchy Vegetables

    Using the Diabetes Plate Method as your guide, fill half your plate with non-starchy vegetables for a healthy meal. These vegetables keep you feeling full for longer and provide … See more

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    Protein

    Protein is an important part of a diabetes meal plan. Are you plant-based? That’s okay! There are plenty of protein-rich plant-based options, such as beans, hummus, lentils, and o… See more

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    Fruits

    Wondering if you can eat fruit? Yes! While fruit does count as a carbohydrate food, they are loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber just like vegetables. Fruit can also help you satisfy y… See more

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  1. The ADA diet is a guide that helps individuals meet their personal weight and blood glucose goals. It provides recommendations for healthy eating and glycemic control. Some key points include:
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    ADA recommends several eating plans that are healthy and can help with glycemic control including Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), Mediterranean, and plant-based plans. These plans don’t contain the same amount of protein, fat, and carbohydrates but can all be healthy choices.
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    Start with a nine-inch plate and fill half with non-starchy veggies, one-quarter with lean proteins, and one-quarter with and quality carbs like starchy vegetables, fruits, whole grains, or low-fat dairy.

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    The Diabetes Plate Method is a helpful tool for anyone who wants to eat better and learn about variety and portion sizes, including people with prediabetes. Each section of the plate (based on a nine-inch plate) is for the following three food groups: vegetables, grains, and protein.
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    What Are the Foods That You Can Eat While on an ADA Diet?

    • Fruits: apples, pears, grapes
    • Vegetables: green beans, salad, kale, broccoli
    • Grains: quinoa, barley, brown rice, whole wheat
    • Legumes: black beans, pinto beans
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    Learn how to plan healthy meals and snacks for diabetes management with the Diabetes Plate Method, carb counting, and other strategies. Find out how to choose kidney-friendly, low-carb, or vegan options and read food labels.