A diabetic is generally concerned with balancing sugar levels in their bloodstream. Therefore, a good diabetic food gift would generally be something that has either a low sugar count or a sugar substitute.
Yes, watermelons are an excellent food source for diabetic people.
http://www.diabetes-diabetic-diet.com/diabetic_food.htm is a good reference about the diabetic food chart. It lists the foods one can consume if they have diabetes and all the calories and other nutrition info in the food.
Yes, but not as a food item!
There are not many websites that provide a specific "Diabetic food list" ,so I would recommend you go to your doctor to find some foods that are good for diabetics. Generally fruits, vegetables ,and grains are good for people with diabetes.
Yes, there are plenty of websites to help you find diabetic diet food. A great starting point would be this site: http://www.helpguide.org/life/healthy_diet_diabetes.htm. Good luck!
A good place to find facts on a diabetic based diet, as well as facts on diabetes in general is below. http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/planning-meals/diabetes-food-pyramid.html
Most food is fairly safe for a diabetic as long as they avoid processed sugars and starches. For some specific recipes that would be great for your family, try visiting this website: www.diabeticlifestyle.com/recipes.
There are a number of places a person can go to receive information on cooking diabetic food. Your locale bookstore or nutritionist is a good place to start.
A personalized gift such as a custom engraved watch or a photo album filled with memories from their time at work can be a thoughtful choice for a retirement party. Alternatively, a gift certificate for a hobby or activity they enjoy could also be a great way to celebrate their new chapter in life.
WebMD and MayoClinic.com are good sites that will help you find the diabetic diet that you are looking for. They will provide you with sample food menus and creative eating plans.
There are many different kinds of diabetic foods. The best choices would have to be vegetables and fruit; basically anything organic. Steer clear of anything that raises or lowers your blood sugar.
There are numerous online food stores. Amazon.com provide just out "diabetic foods" in your query. Also shopdiabetes.com, or sugarfreesuperstore.com is a great one, wholefoodsmarket.com also carries a variety of diabetic foods although their prices are somewhat high. Also try safeway.com or any major grocery food chain and search diabetic foods.