Diabetes Diary

Diabetes Plate Model The plate model is a simple way for people who have diabetes to plan meals. With the plate model, a 9-inch plate serves as a guide for the amounts (serving sizes) and kinds of food that you should choose. A clinical dietitian can help you use this model to plan healthy meals that meet your needs. The amount and type of food that you should eat for each meal depends on your age, weight, usual food intake, physical activity level, blood sugar levels, and diabetes medicine.