Most plant-based foods, such as oatmeal and beans, contain both soluble and insoluble fiber. However, the amount of each type varies in different plant foods. To receive the greatest health benefit, eat a wide variety of high-fiber foods.ost plant-based foods, such as oatmeal and beans, contain both soluble and insoluble fiber. However, the amount of each type varies in different plant foods. To receive the greatest health benefit, eat a wide variety of high-fiber foods.
Beans are a starchy form of carbohydrate and a high-fiber food. Beans also provide some good protein, which helps to fill you up. Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that your body can't break down, making it healthy for a diabetes diet. The healthy carbohydrate content varies according to bean variety.
A American Diabetes Association answered. Foods high in starch include: 1  Starchy vegetables like peas, corn, lima beans, and potatoes. 2  Dried beans, lentils, and peas such as pinto beans, kidney beans, black eyed peas, and split peas. 3  Grains like oats, barley, and rice.