I have had Type 1 diabetes for close to 30 years and the best help that I received when it came to planning my meals was when I sat down with a dietician and we worked out a meal plan. Not only do I have diabetes, but I also require a gluten-free diet and I am a vegetarian, so I was not your typical case. We sat together one time and since that time I have stayed with this plan and my bloods sugar have been under control. In addition, if you are interested, here is a web page from the American Diabetes Association called The Diabetes Food Pyramid. Here you will find a meal planning option that divides food into six groups. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.