Food have been used since ancient times to prevent and cure disease. Many substances in foods - from vitamins and minerals, to fiber and phytochemicals had their own role in disease prevention. Diabetic Cook Book recommended here plenty of whole grains, fruit and vegetables, moderate portions of lean meat, poultry and fish - these add up to a low-fat, high-fiber diet.

Diabetic Cook Book also features some cooking tips and healthy alternatives in your cooking:-

• Steaming is one of the healthier ways to cook most vegetables. Use low-fat broth or water for steaming vegetables.

• Use herbs and spices, lemon juice, vinegar or salsa in seasoning food.

• When using oil, select plat-based type, such as sunflower, safflower or olive oil etc.

• Salt - use Miso, soy sauce, or mixed herbs.

• Preferable types of mayonnaise - herb vinaigrette or home-made fruit purees.

• Use  canola, or olive oil instead of butter or shortening.

• Cream - low-fat yogurt or silken tofu.

• Eat chicken or turkey without the skin.

• Trim away extra fat from meat before cooking.

• Lean cuts of meat is the preferable meat for consumption than others.

• Use brown or wild rice rather than processed, polishes white rice.

• Don't use white flour when cooking, instead look for whole wheat or whole grain alternatives.

• Instead of greasy fried snacks, try nuts, seeds or fruits.

• Use low or no-sugar jams instead of butter or margarine.

• Eat or cook cereal with skim milk.

• Buy whole grain breads and cereals.

• Use low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese, or nonfat yogurt.

Covering here are some delicious and nutritious food ( refer to Diabetic Recipes Collection )  specially dedicated to you from Diabetic Cook Book. Enjoy your meal and enjoy your life.

Caution : Do consult your doctor or a dietitian for personal advice before making any dramatic changes in your diet.