Cut food into irregular pieces. Cut into small, straight-sided cubes, or into very fine cubes to dice. Cut food into fine, matchstick-size strips. Chop food into tiny bits. Cut food into flat-sided pieces.
Some recipes call for food to be cut on the diagonal, which simple means cutting it at an angle.
For uniform cooking, it is always a good idea to cut slices in similar thickness. I have diabetes. Diabetes can lead to infections of the gums and bones that hold your teeth in place. Like all infections, gum infections can cause blood sugar to rise, making the problem worse. Without treatment, teeth may become loose and fall out.