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…
It’s all too easy to grab a bag of potato chips when that crunchy craving hits. While these are okay in moderation, they can easily spike your blood sugar if you eat too many. Next time it hits, try one of these low-carb chips to satisfy your craving without sending your blood sugar soaring. Since…
Are you worried about finding the perfect salad that won’t spike your blood sugar and actually tastes good? These 11 salads for people with diabetes are low carb, high in protein, and are perfect for anyone living a healthy lifestyle and trying to balance blood sugar. They’ll take your expectations for salad to a whole…
Love cheese, but worried about what it might do to your blood sugar levels? Then I have good news for you. You can eat cheese with diabetes, but not all cheese is created equal. Read on to discover which cheeses are best for blood sugar management and what serving size is right for you. The…
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…
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…
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…
Did you know that a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes doubles your risk of developing heart disease? Over time, high blood sugar levels can put stress on the cardiovascular system, damaging blood vessels and increasing the chances of developing conditions like atherosclerosis and high blood pressure. While these are not direct symptoms of type 2 diabetes,…
Think you have to give up cereal just because you have diabetes? No way! Find out how to choose the best cereal for diabetics and grab one of the choices on the list for your next quick and easy breakfast or snack! Breakfast and blood sugar Eating breakfast – one with plenty of complex carbohydrates,…
Try one of these 10 delicious low-carb and diabetes-friendly vegan dessert recipes for a sweet and tasty treat that’s good for you and your blood sugar! What makes a vegan dessert diabetes-friendly? While plant-based or vegan foods often have many nutrition benefits, these labels don’t always indicate healthfulness or that the food is healthy for…