Diabetic-Friendly Eating

This is general information, not medical advice — always follow guidance from your doctor or diabetes team over anything here.

Favour slow-release carbs (wholegrains, beans, lentils) over sugary or heavily refined ones — they raise blood sugar more gradually.

Pairing carbs with protein or fat (e.g. wholegrain toast with eggs, not toast with jam) also slows the rise in blood sugar.

Watch out for 'healthy' foods that are still high in sugar — fruit juice, dried fruit and many granolas are common surprises.