Goal-based ranking
Best foods for diabetes
Lower-glycemic, fiber-rich, minimally processed foods that support blood sugar stability.
Chia seeds
nut seed
Almonds (raw)
nut seed
Popcorn (air-popped)
snack
Rolled oats (dry)
grain
Steel-cut oats (dry)
grain
Walnuts
nut seed
Black beans (cooked)
legume
Lentils (cooked)
legume
Chickpeas (cooked)
legume
Chicken breast (skinless, cooked)
meat
Tuna (canned in water, drained)
seafood
Edamame (cooked)
legume
Chicken thigh (skinless, cooked)
meat
Ground beef (93% lean, cooked)
meat
Hummus
prepared
Cheddar cheese
dairy
Sardines (canned in oil, drained)
seafood
Tofu firm
legume
Shrimp (cooked)
seafood
Avocado
fruit
Salmon (Atlantic, cooked)
seafood
Whole wheat pasta (cooked)
grain
Kale (raw)
vegetable
Quinoa (cooked)
grain
Eggs (whole)
meat
Broccoli (cooked)
vegetable
Sweet potato (baked)
vegetable
Cottage cheese (low-fat)
dairy
Whole wheat bread
grain
Greek yogurt (plain, nonfat)
dairy