* low fat diet based on complex carbohydrates such as unrefined grains, vegetables, and legumes. Beans are excellent for balancing blood sugar (combine them with seaweeds to moisten their dry nature)
* Small, frequent meals (4 or 5 daily) help to stimulate insulin production.
* Chew well and chew a lot – especially with complex carbs so that adequate minerals and other nutrients are absorbed.
* Eat Chlorophyll rich foods such as green veggies. Supplement with Chlorella(regulated blood sugar, …) at first.
* Make sure your diet contains Wheat Bran, Chinese Yams, and Sweet Potatoes!

…Which is a vegan diet, no?. Never thought of it that way though!

My angle on this issue with diabetes & meat is essentially an issue of way too much (bad?) protein. Protein plays a big role in sugar balance: carbs and proteins regulate each other; so the more protein you eat the more your body needs sugar. This is a common cycle in many folks these days, and can itself lead to diabetes. It also taxes the adrenal complex that we refer to in Chinese Medicine as the “kidneys.”

Best thing to do is stick with complex carbs and whole foods for protein, and everything else!