Five factors to remember while preparing a special diet for a diabetic patient are :
1. Avoid added sugars and sweet fruits like mango, banana and sapota.
2. Avoid foods containing trans fats and saturated fats. Include foods varieties rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids.
3. Replace processed, deep fried foods and bakery products in snacks with fresh cut salads, fruits (selected), nuts and puffed cereals.
4. Replace refined and polished cereals products with whole cereals.
5. Include variety of protein rich foods like paneer, eggs and boiled legumes.
