Hi, My daughter has had type 1 diabetes for 27 years and I have type 2 for three years. We try to eat "healthy" by not eating fried foods... you can bake or broil meats..roasts are good too. you can bake french fries, make desserts with alternate forms of sugar.
We try to limit carbs..but you need some. Your best bet is to attend a dieticians presentation at your local hospital, call the local diabetes chapter in your location. Following the American Heart Association diet plans are good.
Fruits and vegetables cooked or steamed are good. You can have a small baked potato.. season with salsa sauce instead of butter and sour cream. I know it seems very difficult right now at the beginning... small portions are a great idea.. snacks help to carry you through between meal times.
Does he check his blood levels? a diabetic nurse can help him determine what to eat when he is low and what to do when he is high. I take an oral medication. does he?
Good luck, feel free to contact me privately if you want to..I can give my email address if you pm me.
Sharon