- Aim to lose some weight if you are overweight
- Aim to eat regular meals throughout the day ie. Breakfast, lunch and evening meal
- Have a portion of starchy carbohydrate at each mealtime
- Aim to increase vegetable / salad intake – at least 2-3 portions daily
- Limit fruit to no more than 3 portions daily, spread throughout the day
- Limit foods high in fat and choose lower fat versions where possible
- Cut down on sugar, sugary foods and sugary drinks
- Diabetic foods are not recommended
- Reduce salt intake
- Drink alcohol in moderation.
