Stacey Krawczyk, Director of Nutrition and Wellness at the American Diabetes Association, recently took to X to introduce a decade-old method called “The Diabetes Plate Method”.
Stacey elaborates on how this method facilitates the effortless construction of well-balanced meals, balanced with the perfect mix of vegetables, proteins, and carbohydrates.
This method is a low-carbohydrate meal plan, recommended in line with the guidance from the 2019 “Nutrition Therapy for Adults with Diabetes or Pre-Diabetes: A Consensus Report”.
On a 9-inch plate, half the plate should be non-starchy vegetables, one quarter to lean protein, one quarter to high-quality carbohydrates, and a non-caloric beverage for hydration.
She emphasises, “Once you get familiar with the amounts, it’s easier to incorporate combination foods. But when in doubt, eat more non-starchy veggies.”
In addition to the plate, Dr Mohan suggests including a cup of yoghurt, water, and a low-glycemic index fruit like apples, pears, oranges, berries, grapes, etc.