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Healthy Recipes and, Diabetes, and Family Nutrition Tips From Erin Palinski-Wade, RDN, CDE

The 10 Best Low Carb Desserts for Thanksgiving (Diabetes Friendly!)

The 10 Best Low Carb Desserts for Thanksgiving (Diabetes Friendly!)

Thanksgiving may seem like a tricky time of year for people with diabetes, but just because you have to carefully monitor your blood sugar, doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy all the pumpkin-apple-chocolatey desserts. With a few modifications, you can still enjoy your favorite sweets and I’ve found 10 of the best low carb desserts for…

The Easiest Prune Apple Cinnamon Protein Donuts (Only 90 calories per serving!)

The Easiest Prune Apple Cinnamon Protein Donuts (Only 90 calories per serving!)

Do you love donuts, but not what they do to your blood sugar? Then you need to try these delicious prune apple cinnamon protein donuts. This post is sponsored by Sunsweet Growers. As always, all opinions are my own. Sweetened with pureed prunes, which add fiber and moisture, these easy-to-make protein donuts can be prepared…

10 Amazing Low Carb Rhubarb Recipes You Need to Try!

10 Amazing Low Carb Rhubarb Recipes You Need to Try!

Looking for a rhubarb recipe to put those pretty pink stalks to use that goes beyond dessert? I’ve rounded up the 10 best low carb rhubarb recipes for every occasion so you can enjoy this delightfully sour treat without spiking your blood sugar. Rhubarb seems to find its way into a lot of desserts—often sharing…

A Simple Plate Method for Diabetes: How to Build a Well-Balanced Meal with Fresh Avocado

A Simple Plate Method for Diabetes: How to Build a Well-Balanced Meal with Fresh Avocado

If you have type 2 diabetes, meal planning may feel overwhelming. Counting carbs, measuring portions, and choosing foods that match your flavor preferences can be a lot of work. Thankfully, there is a simpler way. Having a simple visual plate method can make meal planning with type 2 diabetes a snap. And thanks to the…

The Easiest Low Carb Butternut Squash Soup (Vegan & Diabetes-Friendly!)

The Easiest Low Carb Butternut Squash Soup (Vegan & Diabetes-Friendly!)

There’s nothing better than a bowl of creamy soup to ring in the fall season. If you feel like you can’t enjoy festive fall foods because of the number of carbohydrates in them, then you’ll love this low carb butternut squash soup!  It’s the perfect soup for managing blood sugars as one serving has only…

2-Ingredient Watermelon Nice Cream (Vegan, Dairy Free, & Diabetes Friendly!)

2-Ingredient Watermelon Nice Cream (Vegan, Dairy Free, & Diabetes Friendly!)

When you want a frozen treat without the blood sugar spike, this low-carb watermelon nice cream is sure to hit the spot.  With only two ingredients and a food processor (or high speed  blender), you’ll be on your way to enjoying this low-carb twist on homemade ice cream the whole family will love. And, with…

The Easiest Keto Green Smoothie Recipe!

The Easiest Keto Green Smoothie Recipe!

This keto green smoothie is so thick and creamy, you won’t believe it’s blood-sugar friendly.  Low-carb vegetables come together with delicious healthy fats, like those found in avocado, to make this smoothie incredibly delicious while having little impact on your glucose levels. Plus, you’ll have a filling and nutritious breakfast or snack in under five…

The Easiest Sea Moss Drink Recipe for Better Blood Sugar

The Easiest Sea Moss Drink Recipe for Better Blood Sugar

Looking to add more superfood sea greens to your diet? Then this easy & delicious sea moss drink is exactly what you need. This six-ingredient, nutrient-packed beverage is simple to prepare and contains 75% fewer carbs than traditional sea moss drinks… while tasting just as good. It’s perfect for managing blood sugar levels while still…

Is Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Healthy? A Dietitian’s Review

Is Cottage Cheese Ice Cream Healthy? A Dietitian’s Review

Cottage cheese ice cream is trending on TikTok right now, but is this viral take on the classic frozen dessert actually more nutritious?  As a Registered Dietitian,  I am breaking down everything you need to know about cottage cheese ice cream, if it truly is a better-for-you version of classic ice cream, and most importantly…if…