To plan the amount of foods that you eat, you may meet with us at nidan kutir diabetes, we will help you develop a meal plan that is right for you. This plan will be based on your individual health goals.

No. But you will need to be aware of what and how much you are eating and the right portions of foods. The number one goal of the meal plan is to control blood glucose levels with an even distribution of carbohydrates at meals and snacks.

You can eat small amounts of sugar if it is part of a healthy meal plan, and if you check your blood glucose levels regularly.
Keep these sugar "tips" in mind:
• Cookies, pies, cakes, ice cream and other sugary foods add a lot of calories but few nutrients. Eat these "treats" only in limited amounts and only after planning with your healthcare provider.
• Count both table sugar and natural sugar in fruits, juices, vegetables, and starches. Both types of sugar can raise blood glucose. Eat only the amounts of these foods set in your meal plan.
• Some artificial sweeteners, such as aspartame, may cause digestion problems. Talk with your healthcare provider about sugar substitutes.
• Starchy foods are converted to sugar during the process of digestion. For this reason, eat only the amounts listed in your meal plan.
• Alcohol-based sugars are labeled "sugar free," but they will raise your blood sugar levels. 

Yes. However, you only need a small amount of salt to meet your nutrient requirements. Most people eat more than 10 times as much salt as they need. This added salt can contribute to higher blood pressure, which can cause heart disease. People with diabetes already have a higher risk of getting high blood pressure.
To reduce salt in your diet, cut back on table salt and eat fewer :
• Canned foods, especially soups and vegetables.
• Frozen and boxed mixes for potatoes, rice, and pasta.
• Ketchup, mustards, salad dressings, and other spreads and canned sauces.
• Salty snack foods.
• Processed foods, such as luncheon meats, sausage, bacon, and ham.
Instead, select :
• Foods marked "sodium-free," "low sodium" or "unsalted."
• Herbs and spices to flavor foods instead of salt.
• Fresh fruits and vegetables.
Check with your healthcare provider before using salt substitutes containing potassium.