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Can any doc tell me what's the best food for a type 1 diabetic to eat?

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Healthy food!: Hi. There are a lot of fad diets out there of no objective benefit; and you'll get ripped off buying that scam. I recommend whole grains (no refined or "white" flour), healthy oils (canola & olive), fruits & veggies, nuts, legumes, lean meats, nonfat dairy, and minimal saturated fat and simple sugar. I don't recommend artificial sweeteners...sugar is OK in moderation - you take Insulin for it!

Answered 7/23/2014

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