2. DIET CONTROL  All diabetic patients should be on diet control.  Diet control is a must either the patient is taking insulin or oral therapy.  Over weight should be reduced.

3.  Diet control should be tried at first before the next step [insulin or tablets] especially in obese patients, When diet fails drugs are indicated. DIET CONTROL

4.  The diet for a diabetic patient is not so different from the healthy diets for the whole population.  Simple sugars Carbohydrate [as sucrose], should be limited for the diet of diabetic patients. DIET CONTROL

5.  Carbohydrate content should be in a fiber-rich diet [for example fruits containing fibers as apples]. ….. because the fiber content of diet delays absorption of carbohydrates avoiding the rapid elevation of blood glucose levels. DIET CONTROL

6. Calories : Calories should be tailored to the need of the patient. Diet should contain :  Carbohydrates → 50 - 55%  Fat → 30-35%  Protein → 10 - 15% DIET CONTROL