Living with Type 2 Diabetes: Foods to Eat and Foods to Avoid

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3 Types of Foods to Avoid as Much as Possible

Sugar is in so many foods many of us eat regularly. While eating a small amount of sugar is unlikely to do much harm, eating it regularly can be detrimental to your health, especially if you have type 2 diabetes, because it boosts the risk of developing heart disease, can cause weight gain, and can even impact your skin and mental wellness.

Examples of foods with too much sugar:

White bread
Granola
Pasta sauce
Salad dressing
Baked goods
Candy
Canned and dried fruit
Condiments
Sweeteners (i.e. honey and maple syrup)
Juice
Soda

Dairy packed with fats is a no-go for people with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Many nutritionists say that those excess fats can interfere with insulin and may be higher in carbs than you expect.

Examples of full-fat dairy foods include:

Whole milk
Butter
Cheese
Sour cream

Whereas lean protein with unsaturated fat is good for you, foods with too much saturated fat are the opposite. That’s because they may boost cholesterol levels and contain haem iron, which scientists suspect contributes to a greater risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Foods with too much saturated fat include:

Red meats
Sausage and bacon
Cured meats
Cheese
Cake
Biscuits
Butter

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