Handouts
Diabetes: food and activity basics
Plain-language meal planning and activity cues for type 2 diabetes.
Last reviewed 2026-01-04|endocrine | nutrition | patient
How to use this handout
Use the plate method and activity targets to set achievable goals. Review hypoglycemia warning signs and when to call the clinic.
Return precautions (patient script)
Suggested plain-language wording for safety-net counseling:
If symptoms get worse, new warning signs appear, or you cannot follow the plan from this visit, seek urgent care now.
- Use with the specific red flags listed on this page.
- Confirm follow-up timing and where to go after-hours.
- Document that return precautions were reviewed and understood.
Source and licensing
Original handout created for DrSonia. Nutrition and activity basics drawn from PHAC diabetes guidance.