Jean Pollard
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I am a new member to this group and I am wondering what fruit and nuts I can eat and how much daily
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Vegetables Nuts and Fruit
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Browser
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The only way to find out is by BG testing as we all react differently. Personally I am fine with berries, apples, oranges and bananas, but very much in moderation. Some folk just have to look at fruit to get ‘spiked’.
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Hello @Jean Pollard and welcome to the forum.
As @Browser says the way we re-act to various foods is different for all of us, and for someone newly diagnosed it can be difficult to know what to do. This link gives some general guidance on the various dietary options.
www.diabetes.org.uk
Most of us find that the most important thing is to reduce the amount of carbs we eat, particularly the starchy ones like rice, pasta, things made with flour, and potatoes.
Vegetables are generally good to eat. Many of them a have a low carb value and provide a lot if nutrition. Generally things that grow above the ground are best, as root vegetables have a higher carb value and can spike sugar levels for some people.
Fruit contains quite a lot of sugar so does need to be eaten in moderation. I find that one portion per day is about right for me, and that berries are generally best.
Nuts also vary and some varieties are higher in carb value than others, but I find them a useful snack and generally eat walnuts and brazils. I use ground almonds a lot as well in various recipes.
A useful book that illustrates carb values well is Carbs & Cals - a guide for counting -Diabetes UK shop - Diabetes UK Shop
As @Browser says the way we re-act to various foods is different for all of us, and for someone newly diagnosed it can be difficult to know what to do. This link gives some general guidance on the various dietary options.
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Most of us find that the most important thing is to reduce the amount of carbs we eat, particularly the starchy ones like rice, pasta, things made with flour, and potatoes.
Vegetables are generally good to eat. Many of them a have a low carb value and provide a lot if nutrition. Generally things that grow above the ground are best, as root vegetables have a higher carb value and can spike sugar levels for some people.
Fruit contains quite a lot of sugar so does need to be eaten in moderation. I find that one portion per day is about right for me, and that berries are generally best.
Nuts also vary and some varieties are higher in carb value than others, but I find them a useful snack and generally eat walnuts and brazils. I use ground almonds a lot as well in various recipes.
A useful book that illustrates carb values well is Carbs & Cals - a guide for counting -Diabetes UK shop - Diabetes UK Shop
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Hi there and welcome 🙂
The best thing you could do if you can afford to is buy yourself a BG monitor and test, the ongoing funding of test strips is where the cost comes from but if you can afford to do so then I highly suggest it
The reason being none of us can answer your question, we all tolerate different things and different amounts so the only way to know what you can tolerate as the individual you are is to test before eating and then again 2 hours after looking for no more than a 2-3 mmol rise xx
The best thing you could do if you can afford to is buy yourself a BG monitor and test, the ongoing funding of test strips is where the cost comes from but if you can afford to do so then I highly suggest it
The reason being none of us can answer your question, we all tolerate different things and different amounts so the only way to know what you can tolerate as the individual you are is to test before eating and then again 2 hours after looking for no more than a 2-3 mmol rise xx
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Welcome to the forum @Jean Pollard
Sorry to hear about your diagnosis
A good balanced diet can be really helpful in managing your diabetes, including plenty of vegetables, and appropriate portions of nuts, seeds and fruit.
As a general guide, vegetables which grow under the ground usually have highest carbohydrate content. Those that grow above the ground have medium carb content, and those that grow on the ground have a lower carb content. There will be exceptions, obviously, but that can be a handy rule of thumb.
Nuts and seeds are full of good essential oils, but some can be quite high in calories.
Fruit is full of vitamins, but again, portion control is important. An apple can easily have 20g of carbs in it. The more tropical fruits tend to be the carbiest. Usually berries are the easiest for members here to tolerate.
There’s no ‘one size fits all’ approach that works for everyone, so it’s a question of working things out as you go, and listening to your body. With diabetes it is the total carbohydrate content of your menu that will have the biggest impact on your glucose levels, so try to find the right balance to keep your BG levels stable and in range, while eating a diet that is sustainable for you long-term 🙂
You might find this thread a good source of meal ideas from other members?
forum.diabetes.org.uk
Sorry to hear about your diagnosis
A good balanced diet can be really helpful in managing your diabetes, including plenty of vegetables, and appropriate portions of nuts, seeds and fruit.
As a general guide, vegetables which grow under the ground usually have highest carbohydrate content. Those that grow above the ground have medium carb content, and those that grow on the ground have a lower carb content. There will be exceptions, obviously, but that can be a handy rule of thumb.
Nuts and seeds are full of good essential oils, but some can be quite high in calories.
Fruit is full of vitamins, but again, portion control is important. An apple can easily have 20g of carbs in it. The more tropical fruits tend to be the carbiest. Usually berries are the easiest for members here to tolerate.
There’s no ‘one size fits all’ approach that works for everyone, so it’s a question of working things out as you go, and listening to your body. With diabetes it is the total carbohydrate content of your menu that will have the biggest impact on your glucose levels, so try to find the right balance to keep your BG levels stable and in range, while eating a diet that is sustainable for you long-term 🙂
You might find this thread a good source of meal ideas from other members?
What did you eat yesterday?
B: quark and berries with granola (no FFYoghurt) L: ham gerkins tomato, cheese , ryvita, half apple D: Salad, half roll, experimental 1st attempt at crustless quiche with ham, mushrooms, asparagus, and courgette. Verdict not as nice as standard omelette. apple and blackberry with almond sponge...
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Jean Pollard
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I am a Newby on here and just need to know what I can eat without having any problems
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Jean Pollard
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Jean Pollard
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Thank you for all your replies on here. I suppose it’s going to be trial and error to start with much appreciated
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Be aware that a good balanced diet is not something many type twos can cope with - I avoid anything with more than 10 percent carbohydrate except for the 95percent cocoa chocolate I buy from Lidl, and I only have one square of it, and not every day.
I have lots of salads and stir fries, no grain, no high starch or sugar veges or fruits, but I have found lots of low carb options which I prefer to higher carb 'normal' foods.
I have lots of salads and stir fries, no grain, no high starch or sugar veges or fruits, but I have found lots of low carb options which I prefer to higher carb 'normal' foods.
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