What’s on your plate today? If you’re living with type 2 diabetes, that question is more important than you might think. Managing diabetes doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or restrictive. In today’s video, we’re heading straight to the grocery store and I’m giving your the best foods for diabetes control. We’ll talk about real, practical food choices that can help control your blood sugar while supporting your overall health. 🛒
I want to clarify an error that appears in one of the slides during the video. The slide incorrectly states:
“Diabetes is the number one cause of kidney failure and a leading cause of heart attacks, strokes, and mutations in wound healing.”
The correct information is:
“Diabetes is the number one cause of kidney failure and a leading cause of heart attacks, strokes, amputations, and poor wound healing.” – Thank you for your understanding.
This video is intended to be informational only. It is not a medical consultation, nor is it personalized medical advice. For medical advice, please consult your physician.
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From high-fiber vegetables and protein-packed options to healthy fats that actually help improve insulin sensitivity, I’ll guide you through the essentials. Wondering if you can still enjoy carbs? You can—if you choose the right ones! I’ll share some easy swaps, like sweet potatoes instead of white potatoes, and give you tips on portion sizes that work. Plus, we’ll talk about how antioxidant-rich foods like berries and green tea can make a difference in managing inflammation and blood sugar levels.
This isn’t about fad diabetes diets or complicated meal plans. It’s about making informed choices you can stick with—and enjoying your meals while you’re at it. By the end of this video, you’ll have a clearer idea of how to build a plate that works for you. Ready to take charge of your health? Watch now!
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I want to clarify an error that appears in one of the slides during the video. The slide incorrectly states:
"Diabetes is the number one cause of kidney failure and a leading cause of heart attacks, strokes, and mutations in wound healing."
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I went vegan but noticed I was eating way too much bread and rice. Once I focused on bean, lentils, and vegetables things drastically improved. I do eat fruit but most berries.
I definitely have to try your sweet potato recipe it sounds yummy
Peace and blessings, Dr. FRITA! My name is Nikeniyah. IM IN South Africa, which is helping to bring peace in life because the environment is very positive. The people are so kind! and loving toward me! I've become happier. I realize now that this is where the Creator performed so many miracles! l
Ironically, there are 2.3 o 4.3 million South Africans with diabetes because they are lost people from the ancient ways.
Thank you so much for your help to return toward the ancient paths!
Im getting more sun, too! The soil is better also! The food tastes better, too!
I want help to rebuild and repair from colinazatiin. We still are allowing
Well done, thank you
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Wisdom is knowing health is the only real wealth.
My a1c was like a 6 i think? Im so worried with myself, i really need to work on my sugar level protein based diet. It might have been a 7.1 i cant remember but it was so serious. Im 37. Hypoglycemia is serious at all days for me. I had m&m's (peanut) so im high off of sugar. Telehealth me.
So, basically shop the produce and meat isles only?
My freind lost alot of weight but they say she has diabetic 2
The best foods for type 2 are those that steady your sugar , non-starchy veggies, lean proteins, healthy fats, and high-fiber carbs like beans and quinoa. Balance and portion size matter more than cutting foods completely. Snaq helps you snap a photo and track how meals affect your glucose over time.
Took me 7 months to reverse my Type 2 Diabetes 15 years ago.
Root problem is wrong fats not sugar. Fats are used to build your cell membranes where your insulin receptors are located. Cause insulin resistance.
My Fat Swap Diet did it.
eat all healthy natural fats. Avoid all 8 industrial fats. Not easy but worth good health.
600 million people have this disease…crazy.
"15 Years Diabetes Free"
for detail..
Very informative. Thank you Dr. Frita!💗🙏
Ive been 5.9 for 2 years. Im not overweight i was 203 now im 185. I read somewhere Diabetics have fatty liver. Ive always had a pudge. Apparently im not supposed to gst drowsy when consuming alot of carbs or real sugar but, i do. Thats how i found out i was diabetic. I found zeros or artificial sweetners dont make me drowsy. Im glad they exist because i crave sweets and around people that Eat sweets. And i sometimes cheat. All these foods mentioned i eat just not enough. I dont eat the fruit because i felt the drowsiness but, its short lived not like actual sugar. Maybe no more than 5 mins. Didnt know about the fiber can outweigh the natural sugar. I see a thumb nail for no no fruits ill check that out. I can do fish and greens or beans
I really appreciate your advice. Thank you very much.
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Watching you from Africa. Tnx Doc
Thank you ❤
Thank so much about the information ❤❤
Thank you so much for helping us understand what foods are suitable for a diabetic I can’t tell you how much I appreciate this video
I personally don’t think that mic is big enough 😂
Oats bad for diabetes
Amputations, not "and mutations."
Thank you Dr Frita loved the information ❤
My husband was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and his cholesterol was high too. It makes me feel like our life turned upside down. Could you show what can be used for both diagnosis
Thank you great programme
Thanks Dr. Frita! Trying to prevent becoming pre-diabetic
Thanks
Thank you 🙏🏽
Thank you Dr. these are some pretty helpful tips. I appreciate it.
Very helpful
Thought beans is classified as carbs!
Did you say beans is protein?