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It’s one thing to know the types of foods you should focus on: lean protein, lots of fiber, lots of vegetables, and fruit. With a little research, you can find endless ideas and recipes for meals for a week that will appeal to you and your family’s preferences. But there’s an art to taking all that food you’ve purchased and extending it beyond a specific meal that makes you and your family happy eaters and avoids wasting food.

It’s time to talk about the benefits of thyme and why you should be using this aromatic herb in your diabetes-friendly cooking. Beyond its enticing fragrance, thyme offers a wealth of health benefits, making it a wonderful addition to meals for individuals managing diabetes. In this article, we'll delve into the nutritional benefits of thyme, how to use and store it, and offer a few tasty diabetes-friendly recipes that you can try tonight!

The holidays are a wonderful time of year where you get to spend time catching up with family and friends. It’s also a time where there is a lot of focus on food, which can be hard if you have diabetes. With some planning and prep, you can still enjoy holiday traditions and food favorites while still managing your blood glucose (blood sugar). Read on for tips to help you prep for a happy, healthy holiday season.

Potatoes are one of the most commonly consumed foods in the world—nearly every country has its own unique way of growing, preparing, and consuming potatoes. They have been grown for thousands of years, originating from South America and spreading to every continent. Botanically a vegetable, potatoes are tubers that fall under the root vegetable umbrella. Potatoes are in season from late summer to early winter but can usually be found in grocery stores year-round.

Meal prepping is a valuable strategy for individuals managing diabetes, providing a convenient and consistent way to stick with your healthy eating plan while juggling a busy schedule. By planning and prepping meals in advance, you can make sure you have nutritious options ready and available, making it easier to follow your eating plan and manage blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. What is meal prepping? Meal prepping simply means creating a batch of meals all at once to eat later. This can be great for busy families or if you have a schedule where easy grab-and-go meals will help you keep

For those of us who grew up on and still enjoy red meat, there’s often a craving that comes over us for a big, satisfying bite into a flavor-packed burger or a juicy, perfectly grilled rib-eye.

If you have a slow cooker collecting dust somewhere, it’s time to pull it out and start cooking! Slow cookers are great for making comforting soups and stews in the fall, but they can do so much more.

Check out the most popular recipes on Diabetes Food Hub in 2023. These top recipes have some heavy-hitting favorites, from breakfast options to quick and easy weeknight meals. Haven’t tried these recipes yet? Make one of your 2024 resolutions to try them all!

Part of a healthy eating plan for anyone means adding lots of fruits and veggies to your meals—but this is especially important for people with diabetes. There are a lot of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber packed into these foods.