Aparajita Mukherjee
Assistant Professor of Food and Nutrition, Department of Nutrition, Dr. Bhupendranath Dutta Smriti Mahavidyalaya under the University of Burdwan, Hatgobindapur– 713407, Purba Bardhaman, West Bengal, India
E-mail: aparajita.mukherjee02@gmail.com
Issue: Volume 2 No. 1 (March 2026) Anubodhan
Received: 11 March 2026 / Accepted: 20 March 2026 / Published: 31 March 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.65885/anubodhan.v2n1.2026.010
Abstract
Diabetes mellitus is a major global public health challenge characterised by chronic hyperglycaemia resulting from impaired impaired insulin secretion, insulin resistance or both. Nutritional management remains a cornerstone in the prevention and treatment of diabetes. Dietary fibre plays a significant role in diabetes care by improving glycaemic control, enhancing satiety and regulating lipid metabolism. Fibre is broadly classified into soluble and insoluble types, both of which contribute to improved metabolic outcomes and reduced postprandial glucose levels.
Nutraceuticals, defined as food-derived bioactive compounds providing health benefits beyond basic nutrition, are increasingly recognized for their therapeutic potential. Based on functional roles, nutraceuticals such as antioxidants, probiotics, prebiotics, omega-3 fatty acids and phytochemicals support insulin sensitivity, reduce oxidative stress and assist in metabolic regulation. Special nutritional considerations are essential for diabetic children, focuses on balanced growth, adequate nutrient intake and glycemic control through meal planning and lifestyle modifications. Large-scale preventive initiatives such as the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) highlight the importance of structured lifestyle interventions, including weight management, dietary modification, and physical activity, in reducing diabetes incidence.
Overall, an integrated approach combining dietary fibre, nutraceutical supplementation, targeted nutrition for vulnerable populations, preventive public health programmes, and appropriate insulin therapy offers an effective strategy for comprehensive diabetes management and improved patient outcomes.
Keywords: Diabetes mellitus; Dietary fibre; Nutraceuticals; Diabetes prevention; Medical nutrition therapy
How to cite: Mukherjee, A. (2026). Optimal Nutrition in Diabetes Care: Evidence-Based Approaches for Prevention and Management. Anubodhan, 2(1), 85–108. https://doi.org/10.65885/anubodhan.v2n1.2026.010