An Ultimate Guide on Diet Chart for a Diabetic Patient

A diet chart for a diabetic patient primarily focuses on low-calorie and healthy food items that help control blood sugar levels, manage symptoms, and prevent potential medical issues. Today’s guide will enlighten on key components and an effective diet chart for a diabetic patient. 

Did You Know?

The World Health Organization (WHO) has found that in India, there are an estimated 77 million people above the age of 18 years who have diabetes (type 2) and nearly 25 million are prediabetics. More than 50% of people are unaware of their diabetic status, which may lead to health complications, if not detected and treated early. 

A patient needs to eat healthy and right foods to manage diabetes in the long term. The following is a week-on-week diet chart for a diabetic patient. 

An Indian Diet Chart for a Diabetic Patient 

Day	Breakfast	Lunch	Evening Snacks	Dinner
Monday	1 bowl of oatmeal + handful amount of nuts and seeds (walnuts and almonds)	1 bowl of brown rice + 1 roti + 1 bowl of curd + 1 bowl of paneer or chicken curry	1 plate of mixed fruit, including apples and berries	2 rotis + 1 bowl of dal + 1 bowl of sauteed vegetables, including cauliflower, mushrooms, and broccoli.
Tuesday	2 whole wheat or brown bread with two egg whites/ scrambled eggs + 1 fruit of your choice	1 cup of brown  rice or 1 roti + 1 bowl of dal + salad	Banana chips	Vegetable Pulao or egg pulao
Wednesday	2 idlis + 1 glass of orange juice	1 bowl of brown rice + tofu/ egg curry + salad	1 plate of chole channa chaat	1 chapati/roti + 1 bowl of chana masala
Thursday	1 besan ka chila with mint chutney	1 bowl of brown rice with roasted paneer + 1 bowl of curd	Handful amount of makhana or nuts	1 bowl of dal + 2 roti/chapati + 1 bowl of vegetable salad
Friday	1 bread toast + 1 omelet	1 bowl of brown rice or 2 rotis + 1 bowl of dal + salad	1 bowl of mixed soup or roasted makhana	1 bowl of quinoa + 1 bowl of dal
Saturday	1 sooji ka chila with mint chutney	1 chapati or 1 bowl of brown rice with roasted veggies + 1 small bowl of curd	5 pieces of high protein paneer cutlets	1 chapati with sauteed mushroom or boiled vegetable
Sunday	1 stuffed paratha + 1 fruit like orange or guava.	1 bowl of rice +1 bowl of spinach curry + salad	Handful amount of roasted makhanas, nuts, or dates	Whole-grain pasta with some toasted green vegetables

**Every food has different effects on everyone. Consult your dietician to get a clear idea of which food suits you better.*

6 Tips While Preparing a Diet Chart for a Diabetic Patient 

While preparing a healthy and balanced diabetic diet chart, remember the following points. 

• Add more healthy fats like nuts, seeds, avocados, and olive oils.
• Include more green-leafy vegetables in your diet. 
• Engage more in physical activity, like walking, running, and gyming (based on your current health status). 
• Increase the amount of nutritious carbs like whole grains, beans, fruits, and yogurt. 
• Avoid fried foods and beverages with added sugar and replace them with healthy alternatives. 
• Plan the Indian diabetic diet chart based on your dietary choices and daily routine. 

FAQs 

Ques1 What is the best diet for a diabetic person?

Ans1 The best diet for a diabetic person is a healthy and balanced diet, packed with nutrients, and low in glycemic index. Besides, while preparing the diet, add foods like fruits, vegetables, proteins, and whole grains. 

Ques2  What food is best for diabetes?

Ans2 People with diabetes should include a variety of healthy foods from all food groups. This includes fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, vegetables, and nonfat or low-fat dairy products. 

To Sum Up

Diabetes can cause serious health issues like kidney disease and heart disease and a diet chart for a diabetes patient can lower blood sugar levels and promote a healthy lifestyle. Besides, it is advisable to connect with a dietician for a personalized diabetic diet chart.