The use of saturated fats should be avoided as much as possible. In fact it is important to realize that the 'diabetic diet' is simply, which is now recommended for the population in general. Therefore all the carbohydrates should be taken in the form of starches and other complex sugars. Slowing the rate of absorption of carbohydrates is very useful in the management of diabetes. In patients with Type 2 diabetes i.e. Non Insulin Dependent Diabetes, consumption of protein along with carbohydrate lowers the blood glucose levels.
Proteins also promote satiety and helps patients in adhering to the carbohydrate allowance.