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Tips & Tricks: Creating a Plate for Healthy Eating

Try different kinds of veggies

Getting bored of eating salad at every meal? Get creative with your veggies – steam, stew or grill them. Try adding veggies to foods you enjoy, like scrambled eggs.

Avoid fried foods

Grilling, steaming, stewing or sautéing with a small amount of fat (like olive oil) are better options.

Go for lean proteins

These include beans, nuts, fish, chicken, eggs and low-fat dairy.

Eat healthy fruits in small portions

Fruits are okay for most people with diabetes. Fruits give you carbs so enjoy them in smaller portions.