Easy Healthy Breakfasts For People With Diabetes

Healthy breakfast foods

A healthy balanced breakfast should include 3 of the 4 main food groups according to Canada’s Food Guide such as a high-fibre carb, a source of protein and a low-fat dairy or alternative option, and/or a fruit. Breakfast is a time when many people find it easier to include whole grains since many traditional breakfast foods have whole grain and high fibre options.

As always, it’s important to keep portion sizes within the diabetes management target meal plan.

Depending on cultural preferences, healthy breakfast options could include: (The amounts listed below are for a person with a slightly bigger appetite. Your portions may differ depending on your individual needs – check with your dietitian or healthcare team.)

• A slice of whole grain bread or similar, with peanut butter or low-fat cheese. Plus ½ cup whole grain cereal, a fruit serving and a glass of low-fat milk.
• 2 small whole wheat dosa with vegetable chutney, an egg, a fruit, and a low-fat yogurt.
• 2 small whole wheat chapatti with savoury chutney and dhal.
• 1 cup of congee (try brown rice or multigrain rice), leafy vegetables, steamed fish, low-fat milk or fortified soy beverage