It's not exactly what you should avoid, it's what you should eat. Diabetes is about taking care of your sugar intake and there are tons of websites out there to help with what you should eat. If a meal has tons of sugar, don't eat it. Here is a link to a website that can help you find food that a diabetic person could eat: http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/planning-meals/diabetes-meal-plans-and-a-healthy-diet.html
Yes, Purina for example carries a diabetic dog food. It's called "Purina Veterinary Diets DCO" http://www.dogsupplies.com/pages/Diabetic-Dog-Food-And-What-To-Feed-A-Diabetic-Dog.html
The diabetic food chart contains much, much less sugar filled foods as these cause problems in the digestive systems of diabetic people. Fatty foods should be avoided.
I don't think there are any specific alternatives to diabetic food. If you have diabetes and are allergic to diabetic food you will have to monitor, make due, and eat food that is more "traditional."
Yes, watermelons are an excellent food source for diabetic people.
Yes, there are requirements for diabetic cooking. You should avoid or eliminate fats and sweets from your diet and closely monitor blood glucose levels.
There are many websites offering information on diabetic foods. Here is what the American Diabetes Association has to say about diabetic foods: http://www.diabetes.org/food-and-fitness/food/what-can-i-eat/
Foods that diabetics should avoid: anything with sugar, foods high in carbohydrates (pasta, bread), caffeine (this causes a constriction of the veins and reduces blood flow). Foods that diabetics should eat: low GI / glycemic index vegetables such as broccoli, celery, spinach. Protein can come from turkey, chicken, beef or fish but pork should be eaten sparingly. Nuts, grains and beans are also excellent foods for diabetics but moderation is the key for all types of food regardless of the calories or carbohydrates.
Dave's Marketplace sells foods for diabetics in Rhode Island, and has nine stores across the state. However, being diabetic you do not need to eat food labeled as 'diabetic' but rather should aim to follow a healthy, natural diet and avoid sugary foods. You can eat many foods including all meat, poultry, fish, eggs, butter and cheese products. I would recommend that you speak to dietitian who would be able to tell you more about the best foods to eat and to avoid as a diabetic.
Whether or not to follow a diabetic menu plan by a non-diabetic is a decision that should be made by a patient and their doctor. Diabetic plans are usually balanced and designed for healthy eating. Sample diet can be studiedhttp://www.dlife.com/diabetes-food-and-fitness/what_do_i_eat
When feeding a diabetic, you should make sure to focus on healthy, complex carbohydrates and avoid sugars. Avoid white flour foods such as bread or cakes and instead, eat whole grain bread products, or whole grains such as brown rice. Fresh fruits and vegetables are an excellent choice, and you should avoid canned vegetables, or pickled vegetables such as pickles or sauerkraut. You should also avoid fruit rolls, regular jams and preserves, and other fruit products with sugar added.
Most foods will raise your blood sugar. The question is to what degree. If you're a diabetic you should endeavour to maintain a level blood sugar and try to avoid spikes which can be hard on your system. The way you prepare your food also impacts on how your blood sugar behaves. Fried food is not the best choice for a diabetic.
A diabetic should eat low calories food all the time. He should eat salads more often and eat sweet dishes to very minimum level and prefer baked food as it reduces cholesterol levels.