A consistent meal routine, regular physical activity and sensible food choices can be useful parts of diabetes management. The routine below is an educational summary of the supplied clinic material, not a personalised prescription.
1. Early Morning — 6:00 AM to 7:00 AM
The supplied routine includes tea with Marie Digestive-2 biscuits / roasted channa.
2. Breakfast — 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Options listed in the source include:
- Milk
- Buttermilk
- Curd
- Brown bread
- Roti
- Oats
- Egg
- Besan cheela
- Sprouts
- Dal
- Paneer
3. Mid-Morning — 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
The source lists fruit, buttermilk, fresh lime and coconut water.
4. Lunch — 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
The meal structure shown is:
- Small chapati / small portion of rice
- Vegetables
- Dal
- Fish / chicken / paneer
- Salad
- Curd
5. Evening — 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Follow the evening options shown in the supplied clinic material and confirm individual needs with your treating healthcare professional.
6. Dinner — 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Small chapati
- Vegetables
- Dal
- Salad
- Curd
Foods to Avoid / Limit
The source specifically lists sugar, jam, jellies, sugar cane, jaggery, honey, corn syrup and glucose products among foods to avoid or limit.
Foods to Be Restricted
The source also identifies categories of fruits, vegetables, juices/soft drinks, bakery foods and junk foods for restriction.
Fitness Tips
- Walking — 40 minutes per day
- Stretching exercise — 20 minutes
- Morning/evening salad
- Fruits once a day
- Coconut water
- Low-salt diet
- Dry fruits in moderation
This article is for general educational purposes and does not replace personalized medical advice. People with diabetes should follow advice from their treating healthcare professional, especially when making changes to diet, medication or exercise.