Certain foods will cause your blood sugar to rise more than others. You need to know which foods will affect your blood sugar and how to balance your intake of these. The number of calories you need will depend on your current weight, activity level and need to gain, maintain or lose weight. If you are overweight, weight loss will help control blood sugar. Your dietitian can help you decide what the best calorie level is for you.
Food is made up of carbohydrate, protein and fat.
Carbohydrate turns to sugar in your blood. Many foods have carbohydrate in them. It is best to limit sugar and high sugar foods and liquids such as regular soda, chocolate milk, icing, candy, ice cream, jam, pie, etc. If your intake of sugary foods is high, your blood sugar will also be high. For example, if you want to have a small piece of birthday cake after a meal, eat less bread, rice or pasta at that meal.