Ketosis (ketoacidosis) can recur and can be fatal if not treated immediately and insulin is a must, though once recovered it may be controlled with oral drugs. A diabetic diet is simple and the principles of the diet are: (1) small and frequent meals ie. every 3-3.5 hours something muts be eaten. (2) all foods can be taken but as far as possible in their natural form. Most fruits can be taken. Specific advice about diet depends on multiple factors ie. weight, s-creatnine, blood sugar level etc. Once blood glucose level is controlled coconut watre can be taken.