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5. Carbohydrates Should Be Avoided
Carbohydrates can cause problems, but no diabetic should ever avoid them completely. Along with proteins and fats, carbohydrates are an integral part of a healthy diet for a well-functioning body – in fact, they should form the foundation of your daily diet. However, carbs come in different forms, and some will interfere with your blood sugar more than others, which makes it important to choose wisely and track the amounts at each sitting. Vegetables, fruit, legumes, and whole grains are quality carbohydrates that you should work into all your meals; it can help to meet with a nutritionist to get a better handle on how much of each to include, and how to accurately measure portion size.
Whether you suffer from gestational, type 1 or type 2 diabetes, one thing is for certain: your body does not use insulin as it should.
