<Li> "Sucrose - containing foods can be substituted for other carbohydrates in the meal plan or, if added to the meal plan, covered with insulin or other glucose - lowering medications . Care should be taken to avoid excess energy intake ." </Li> <Li> Sucrose does not increase glycemia more than the same number of calories taken as starch . </Li> <Li> It is not recommended to use fructose as a sweetener because it may adversely affect plasma lipids . </Li> <Li> Benefits may be obtained by consumption of dietary fiber . </Li>

What factors are considered essential in the diet plan for the insulin dependent diabetic