Oat flour

Oatmeal has a long list of health benefits and may be a great go-to snack for diabetics if portion sizes are kept in check. Cooked oatmeal has about 30 grams of carbohydrates per cup, making it a good meal option for diabetics.

Oat flour is a popular whole grain flour that is made by grinding rolled oats until they are powdery. Oat flour is a good source of fiber and protein, but it also includes beta-glucan, a kind of fiber that has been found to help diabetics lower their blood sugar levels. Oat flour has a mild, nutty taste that softens baked foods while giving a chewy, unique texture. Oat flour may be substituted for white flour in most recipes, including cookies, bread, muffins, and pancakes. When replacing oat flour with regular flour, you may need to use a little more. For each cup of regular flour, you'll need to substitute around 1/3 cup of oat flour.