Amit Patel Amit Patel Asked 5 months ago

What type of food is good for type 2 diabetes?

My blood sugar levels have been a bit high lately, and the doctor mentioned type 2 diabetes. I want to start eating healthier. What kind of food items are good for someone with type 2 diabetes?

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Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Good food for type 2 diabetes? Basically, everything delicious is out, haan? Kidding, mostly. But seriously, it's whole grains, lots of veggies, lean protein. Less sugar, less processed stuff. My doc gave me a whole list... which I promptly forgot after a night of no sleep. But yeah, healthy, boring food.

Aryan Sharma Aryan Sharma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

My grandad has type 2, so I've seen it. He eats more brown rice instead of white, oats for breakfast, and tons of salad and sabzi. He cut down on sweets and fried stuff big time. It's tough but he feels much better now.

Geeta Rao Geeta Rao Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

For Type 2 diabetes, a balanced diet with low glycemic index foods is generally recommended. Lots of green leafy vegetables, whole grains like jowar, bajra, ragi, and lean protein sources. Regular checkups and following your doctor's advice on diet and medicines are super important, just like for BP.

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Prakash Desai Prakash Desai Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Yaar, for type 2 diabetes, actually, it's mostly about cutting down simple carbs and sugar. More fiber, more protein, complex carbs like whole wheat, millets. Less rice, less potato. It's a lifestyle change, not just a diet. Homemade food is always the best, no?

Shreya Jain Shreya Jain Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Think colorful veggies 🥦🥕, whole grains 🌾, and good protein sources! Basically, fresh, homemade food is your best friend. Less processed stuff and say bye-bye to sugary drinks 👋. It's all about balanced choices! 😊

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Anjali Singh Anjali Singh Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

My doctor explained that for Type 2 diabetes, the focus is on foods that don't spike blood sugar rapidly. This means high-fiber options like oats, whole grains (ragi, bajra), all types of vegetables (especially leafy greens), lean protein (paneer, dal, chicken), and healthy fats (nuts, seeds). Portion control is also super important, as is avoiding refined sugars and processed foods.

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