Guidelines for dietary intake in Type II diabetes • Avoid biscuits, cake, or other bakery products as snacks between meals. • Use fats and oils that are low in saturated fatty acids. • Drink large volumes of water, skimmed milk and other low-calorie beverages in between meals. • Eat regular meals. • Avoid fried and sweet foods. • Increase intake of vegetables by two times in every meal. • Have rice, chapatti, bread, potato, or other cereals. • Drink water or sugar-free drinks whenever you are thirsty. • Eat smaller portions of meat or eggs. • Eat smaller portions of pulses.