Which drink does the Diabetes Plate Method call the best choice with a meal?

Water, with zero calories and zero carbs.

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  1. Water ✔
  2. 100% orange juice
  3. Sweet tea

Why: Water has no calories or carbs and no effect on blood glucose. Unsweetened tea or coffee, sparkling water and diet drinks are other zero or low calorie options.

Huh, didn't know that: Infused water with fruit or herbs counts too, as long as no sugar is added.

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What's the best drink with any meal? Water. It's never watered down.
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Answer: Water. Water has no calories or carbs and no effect on blood glucose. Unsweetened tea or coffee, sparkling water and diet drinks are other zero or low calorie options.

  1. ADA Diabetes Food Hub, What is the Diabetes Plate? diabetesfoodhub.org/blog/what-diabetes-plate
    Water is the best choice because it contains no calories or carbs and has no effect on blood glucose.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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