What if I am Vegetarian/Vegan? Can you still help me?

Created by Daniela B., Modified on Wed, 4 May, 2022 at 4:30 PM by Daniela B.

Higher intake of vegetables and nuts has been associated with a substantially lower risk of insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes and improved glycemic control in people who are insulin-resistant as well as in those who are not.


The key to eating a vegetarian diet when having diabetes is ensuring you eat adequate amounts of protein and healthy fat, as well as exercising portion control. The goal will be to keep your carbs to a limit of 20 grams per day, so choose carbohydrates that are high in fiber. The Diabetes Solution Kit has a Carb Counting Cheat Sheet that makes this process easy for you! 


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