Gopal Singh Gopal Singh Asked 4 months ago

How many calories can a diabetic have per day?

My wife was recently diagnosed with diabetes and we are trying to adjust our meals. We're confused about calorie limits. How many calories can a diabetic have per day to manage their condition?

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Rajeshwari Iyer Rajeshwari Iyer Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Managing this is a daily job. For my teenager, we try to aim for around 1500-1600 calories, focusing on high-fiber foods that don't spike blood sugar. It's really about keeping things balanced and consistent so they stay active.

Mahesh Giri Mahesh Giri Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Be kind to your body. Generally, 1500 to 1800 calories is suggested, but what matters most is the peace and quality of your food. Eat simple, wholesome meals with gratitude and keep your mind stress-free.

Amit Saxena Amit Saxena Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

I agree with the focus on quality. Usually, 1500-1800 calories is the standard range for diabetic management, but it varies by person.

Mini Thomas Mini Thomas Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Most diabetic patients are put on a 1400 to 1600 calorie diet plan to help manage weight and glucose levels. Focus on cutting down white rice and refined flour rather than just counting the numbers.

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Siddharth Sen Siddharth Sen Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I was looking this up for my dad and found that calorie needs depend heavily on weight and activity level. There is no single magic number, though many diet charts default to 1500 calories for diabetic control.

Ananya Reddy Ananya Reddy Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

If you have thyroid issues along with diabetes, your metabolic rate is different. You really need to get your blood work done and consult an endocrinologist to plan your calories safely.

Sarla Deshpande Sarla Deshpande Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Counting calories is so confusing, haan na. Usually 1500 calories is what they say, but simple home-cooked food like bhakri and leafy vegetables is best. Just avoid sweets and extra potatoes.

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Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Even if you have diabetes, if you are active, you might need around 1800-2000 calories. Just make sure those calories are clean—high protein, complex carbs, and lots of green veggies. Pair your food with a good strength routine.

Karthik Subramanian Karthik Subramanian Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

My father's doctor advised him to keep his daily intake around 1500 calories. At home, we substitute heavy rice with millets to keep the sugar levels stable, but we always follow the doctor's prescription.

Nisha Pandey Nisha Pandey Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Don't stress too much about the exact numbers. Try to aim for a simple, balanced diet of around 1500 calories and focus on eating clean. You are doing great, just take it one day at a time.

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