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My father recently diagnosed diabetes. I want to know what precautions and food he should take?
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Diabetes can be controlled by taking low carbohydrate, low fat and high protein diet. Do daily exercise 45 min walk. Maintain a healthy weight. BMI should be between 18.5 and 25 Drink plenty of water. See a dietician for a diet chart which is suitable to your taste and food habit.
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