Eat smaller portions and avoid overeating
Choose high-fiber foods (vegetables, beans, lentils, whole grains)
Limit refined carbs and added sugars (sweets, soda, juice, white bread, pastries)
Prefer lean proteins and healthy fats (fish, chicken, tofu, eggs, nuts, olive oil, avocado)
Spread carbohydrate intake across meals and snacks
Monitor carbohydrate grams per meal if advised by your clinician
Stay hydrated (drink water; avoid sugary drinks)
Exercise regularly (brisk walking, cycling, strength training)
Check blood glucose as recommended and track patterns
If you use insulin or diabetes medications, take them exactly as prescribed
Do not skip doses unless your clinician instructs otherwise
If glucose is high, follow your sick-day or high-glucose action plan
Avoid alcohol or keep it minimal and with food if allowed
Manage stress and sleep (stress reduction, consistent sleep schedule)
Aim for weight management if overweight
Stop smoking if applicable
Seek urgent care if glucose is very high, you have ketones, vomiting, severe dehydration, confusion, or trouble breathing