A nurse is providing teaching for a client who has a recent diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Which of the following information should the nurse prioritize in the teaching for a diabetic diet?

"You should follow a low cholesterol diet."

"You should follow a diet high in vegetables, fiber, and uncooked fruit."

"You should follow a low sodium diet."

"You should follow a balanced intake of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins."