'Diabetic food' may refer to the types of food that are beneficial or harmful for individuals with Diabetes to consume. Beneficial foods include foods with low sodium and sugar, and minimal processing (such as, the processing that removes the whole grain from white bread), and harmful foods include the opposite. 'Diabetic food' may also refer to diets that are more likely to prevent or cause diabetes, with diets high in sugars, sodiums, and processed fats more likely to cause diabetes, and diets low in sugars, etc, more likely to prevent diabetes.
Diabetic meals are significant to people that are diabetic or pre-diabetic and would need to eat these certain types of foods to help control their insulin levels. You can find diabetic meal ideas at http://www.diabeticlifestyle.com/
Dave's Marketplace sells foods for diabetics in Rhode Island, and has nine stores across the state. However, being diabetic you do not need to eat food labeled as 'diabetic' but rather should aim to follow a healthy, natural diet and avoid sugary foods. You can eat many foods including all meat, poultry, fish, eggs, butter and cheese products. I would recommend that you speak to dietitian who would be able to tell you more about the best foods to eat and to avoid as a diabetic.
Diabetic foods are more costly than regular food, but a specific answer cannot be given unless we know what foods you normally eat. Either way, if you have diabetes, you should follow a diabetic diet even if it is more expensive.
My mother was recently diagnosed with diabetes so I had the same questions myself. The best foods to eat are low-fat and high in fiber. You should avoid anything that is high in sodium and you must monitor foods that are high in carbohydrates closely. Here is a great link with examples of these types of foods: http://docgerrytan.com/2007/01/05/foods-to-eat-if-you-are-a-diabetic/. Hope this helps.
Being diabetic is always a challenge when it comes to eating the right foods. You will need to eat foods that are low in sugar, fat, and sodium. www.diabetes-diabetic-diet.com/���diabetic_���food.htm
When looking for diabetic foods it is best to look at a bookstore. You can check at any bookstore or library. You may also be able to find them at any grocery store. You may also be able to get some information on diabetic foods by talking to your doctor.
Generally, meat, fish, whole grains and green leafy vegetables are listed as diabetic, because they help lower blood sugar levels, and are also considered part of a healthy diet. Non-diabetic foods should be consumed in moderation if one is suffering from diabetes.
You can find information on diabetic foods on the countless diabetic websites that can easily be found on the web, as well, cooking books and menus for diabetics can be found in libraries, book stores, and cafe's across america.
There is a website called diabetic connect which you can register on if you are diabetic. This website has a downloadable diabetic recipe book that is free.
A strict diet is not necessary for a diabetic as long as certain foods and drinks are not consumed. You want to stay away from sugary foods and juice drinks.
You can find coupons for diabetic-friendly foods at the following websites: http://thefreebieblogger.com/coupon-directory/, and http://www2.pricechopper.com/diabetes/.
I am sure you can get some special foods prepared for you if you are a diabetic on a cruise ship. You should know the best foods to eat and be prepared to ask for them.