Yes, proteins form an essential part of any diet. The same applies to a diabetes diet plan. Lean meats such as chicken and turkey are a great choice for people with type 2 diabetes. One can also consume eggs. However, it is key that they are cooked in a healthy manner. A chicken salad is ok, but fried chicken is not.

But whether you eat a low-carb or high-carb fruit, as long as the serving size contains 15 grams of carbohydrates, the effect on your blood sugar is the same. The following fruit servings contain about 15 grams of carbohydrates: 1/2 medium apple or banana. 1 cup blackberries.

Prediabetes is when the amount of glucose in your blood is above normal yet not high enough to be called diabetes. With prediabetes, your chances of getting type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke are higher. With some weight reduction and moderate physical activity, you can delay or prevent type 2 diabetes. You can even return to normal glucose