Diabetes Diet — Foods to Eat and Avoid
AI-analyzed food safety ratings for diabetes. Based on glycemic index and carbohydrate content.
❌Danger (20)
Tteokbokki
Refined carbs and sugar cause rapid blood sugar spike.
Instant Ramen
Refined flour and high carbs spike blood sugar.
Jajangmyeon
Refined flour noodles and starch sauce spike blood sugar.
Kimchi Fried Rice
High rice carbs rapidly raise blood sugar.
Army Stew
Many refined carbs from ramen and rice cake.
Omurice
Ketchup rice sugar and carbs raise blood sugar.
Cup Noodles
Refined carbs spike blood sugar.
Rice Cake Soup
Rice cake high GI spikes blood sugar.
Korean Shaved Ice
Very high sugar from sugar, condensed milk, fruit syrup.
Korean Sweet Pancake
Sugar syrup and flour spike blood sugar.
Fish-Shaped Pastry
Very high sugar from flour and red bean paste.
Korean Corn Dog
Batter and sugar coating spike blood sugar.
Rice Cake Skewers
High sugar from rice cake and sauce.
French Toast
Very high sugar from syrup and bread.
Pancake
Very high sugar from syrup and flour.
Sweet and Sour Pork
Very high sugar from batter and sauce.
Pork Cutlet Bowl
Very high carbs from rice, fry, egg.
Cake
Sugar and flour spike blood sugar.
Macaron
Very high in sugar.
Waffle
High sugar from flour and syrup.
⚠️Caution (20)
Kimchi Stew
Carbohydrate intake may increase when eaten with rice.
Grilled Pork Belly
High fat but low carbs, minimal blood sugar impact.
Bibimbap
Rice carbs may raise blood sugar, but vegetables help.
Bulgogi
Marinade sugar may affect blood sugar.
Korean Fried Chicken
Watch carbs and oil from batter.
Pizza
Refined carbs in dough raise blood sugar.
Hamburger
Watch refined carbs in bun and sugar in sauce.
Braised Pig Feet
Rich in protein but watch sugar in seasoning.
Gimbap
Rice carbs may raise blood sugar.
Ginseng Chicken Soup
Watch high GI from glutinous rice.
Japchae
Watch high GI glass noodles and sugar in seasoning.
Cold Noodles
Watch carbs from buckwheat noodles.
Spicy Stir-fried Chicken
Watch sugar in gochujang sauce.
Pork Rice Soup
Watch carbs from rice.
Triangle Gimbap
Watch carbs from rice.
Korean Blood Sausage
Watch carbs from glass noodles.
Stir-fried Squid
Watch sugar in gochujang sauce.
Spaghetti
Watch carbs from pasta.
Sushi
Watch sugar in vinegared rice and carbs.
Tonkatsu
Watch carbs from breading and sauce sugar.
✅Safe (20)
Soybean Paste Stew
Rich in tofu and vegetables, good for blood sugar.
Bossam
Boiled pork is low in carbs, minimal blood sugar impact.
Short Rib Soup
Protein-based with minimal blood sugar impact.
Soft Tofu Stew
Low carb, high protein, good for blood sugar.
Korean Rolled Omelette
Low carb, high protein, minimal blood sugar impact.
Bean Sprout Soup
Low carb, low calorie, good for blood sugar.
Chicken Breast Salad
Low carb, high protein, ideal for blood sugar.
Grilled Intestines
Low carbs, minimal blood sugar impact.
Spicy Beef Soup
Protein and veggie-based, low blood sugar impact.
Tofu with Stir-fried Kimchi
Low carb, high protein, good for blood sugar.
Seaweed Soup
Low carb, good for blood sugar.
Barley Rice
Barley low GI and fiber good for blood sugar.
Grilled Mackerel
Low carb, high protein, good for blood sugar.
Spicy Seafood Stew
Low carb, high protein, good choice.
Stir-Fried Kimchi
Low calorie, low carb.
Soy Braised Beef
High protein, low carb.
Steamed Egg
Low carb, high protein, good choice.
Braised Tofu
Low carb, plant protein.
Spicy Fish Stew
Low carb, high protein.
Braised Monkfish
Low carb, high protein.
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Start AI Food CheckFAQ
Can diabetics eat pork belly?
Pork belly doesn't directly spike blood sugar, but its high saturated fat can increase insulin resistance. Eat in moderation with plenty of vegetables.
Can diabetics eat fruit?
Fruits provide vitamins and fiber but also contain sugar. Choose low-GI options like apples, pears, and grapefruit in moderation. Whole fruit is better than juice.
What can I eat instead of rice with diabetes?
Choose brown rice or multigrain over white rice to slow blood sugar spikes. Reducing rice portions and increasing vegetable side dishes also helps.
What are good snacks for diabetics?
Nuts (almonds, walnuts), boiled eggs, low-fat cheese, and vegetable sticks are snacks that won't significantly affect blood sugar.