The Best Vegetables for Diabetes

Q. I have been diabetic for several years. When planning my meals, are some vegetables better than others?
Stephanie Allen, Montgomery, AL

A. In general, all vegetables are a safe bet for a diabetic diet. However, some vegetables have more carbohydrates than others, such as potatoes, peas and corn, so you should account for this as either grams of carbohydrate per serving or as a serving of vegetable or starch from the Exchange Lists. As a general guideline for meal planning, the American Diabetes Association suggests you start with 45-60 grams of carbohydrates per meal. To fine tune your meal plans, it's a good idea to visit a registered dietitian or a certified diabetes educator.

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