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Gluten-Free Chicken Salad Wrap
Check ingredients in gluten-free tortillas or wraps and try to find those made with whole-grains.
Southwest-Style Turkey Meatloaf
A nice way to add whole grains into protein dishes—such as meatloaf, hamburgers, and meatballs—is to use quick-cooking oats instead of regular bread crumbs. The fiber in the oats has been shown to help lower cholesterol. Complete your Plate: For a classic "meat-and-potatoes" meal, pair with Mashed Red Potatoes . Add a Green Salad with Orange and Avocado for a balanced meal. Find this recipe and more in The Create-Your-Plate Diabetes Cookbook , by Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, FAND
10 Low-Carb Soups to Try
If you are a person with diabetes, you may be trying to cut back on the number of carbohydrates (carbs) you are eating as part of your diabetes management plan. Carbs play an important role in managing your blood glucose (blood sugar) levels . These 10 soup recipes are diabetes-friendly and under 20 grams of carbs per serving. Zuppa Toscana with Cauliflower and Kale Calories: 170 | Carbs: 6g This classic Italian soup is a low-carb version of the original, replacing the traditional white beans and potatoes with fresh cauliflower. Greek yogurt adds creaminess to the broth, and chicken adds extra
Easy Chicken Salad Toast
This easy chicken salad is a great way to repurpose leftover cooked chicken. You could also use canned chicken or tuna instead. Add some greens like spinach, lettuce or arugula to your open-face sandwich for extra veggies. For a low carb option, serve as a lettuce wrap instead of on toast.
14 Healthy Habits to Try in 2021
Eating 1. Time Your Portions: Follow a structured meal pattern while being mindful of serving sizes. Starting the day with a big breakfast may be beneficial—a study published in the journal Obesity found that people who ate a big breakfast, average lunch, and small dinner lost more weight and had lower blood glucose levels than those who ate a small breakfast, average lunch, and large dinner. Whatever eating pattern you choose, consistency is key for managing diabetes. Sticking to the same eating schedule and portions can make it easier to predict and manage blood glucose. 2. Maintain Order
Crunchy Asian Salad
This crunchy Asian salad is full of colorful, fiber-rich vegetables like shredded cabbage, carrots, and bell pepper. The flavorful dressing is made with zero-calorie Splenda® Monk Fruit Sweetener, so you’ll get sweetness without any added sugars. Enjoy as a side dish with your favorite Asian-inspired entrée, like baked teriyaki chicken .
Thanksgiving Winter Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette
Brighten up your holiday feast with this colorful salad! Blue cheese, pomegranates, and hazelnuts add interesting flavor and crunch to this seasonal salad, making it deliciously easy to add more vegetables to your holiday plate. This recipe is part of our Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving Meal Plan and has been modified to make 10 servings. The original recipe makes 6 servings and can be found here .
Veggie Chili
The beans and veggies in this dish make it a great source of fiber with 10 grams per cup. The recipe makes 8 servings, so save leftovers for a delicious lunch the next day.
Indian Vegetable Curry
This flavorful curry is packed with nutritious veggies! Serve this dish over brown rice or in lettuce cups.
Heart-Healthy Recipes for Diabetes
These heart-healthy recipes are packed with: Fiber from vegetables and whole grains, which can help lower cholesterol and blood glucose Healthy fats from plant-based oils and fish which can raise the good HDL cholesterol Nutrient-dense foods that provide essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Join the Know Diabetes by Heart Initiative. Empower yourself with more facts and resources about the connection between diabetes and heart disease. When you join the Know Diabetes by Heart™ initiative , you'll receive a monthly newsletter filled with science-backed tips and tools for people