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Should People with Diabetes Avoid Gluten?
What is Gluten? Let’s start with the basics on gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley and oats*. Foods that contain gluten include pasta, bread, crackers, cookies, cereal, but it is also hidden in some foods like some canned soups, soy sauce, licorice, some chocolates, salad dressings and more. Gluten does not include all starchy foods or carbohydrates. Rice, potatoes, sweet potatoes, corn, and quinoa are naturally gluten-free. Fruits, vegetables, eggs, fish (non-breaded) and fresh meats are also gluten-free. *Oats are naturally gluten-free, but they are often contaminated
Sauteed Baby Spinach With Currants and Pine Nuts
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Sweet Sriracha Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Enjoy both sweet and spicy flavors with these sweet sriracha roasted Brussels sprouts. The sweetness comes from 100% natural Splenda ® Monk Fruit Sweetener! Brussels sprouts are rich in antioxidants and fiber, making them a nutritious and delicious treat. Serve with a lean protein and a whole grain to complete your meal!
Kale Soup with Turkey and Beans
Kale is a superfood that you must try if you haven’t already. It’s an excellent source of the antioxidants vitamins A, C and K. It’s also a great source of potassium and fiber – while also being low in carbohydrate and calories.
Potato and cauliflower salad
Vinegar-based dressing in this potato salads cuts down on the fat and calories that are in a mayonnaise-based potato salad. Plus, we've subbed cauliflower for some of the potatoes to cut down on the carbs and increases the fiber, making this a heart-healthy, diabetes-friendly alternative to traditional potato salad.
Mushroom Arugula Pizza
Mini pizzas are easy and fun to create using a sandwich thin and your favorite toppings Find this recipe and more in The Diabetes Superfoods Cookbook and Meal Planner .
Sautéed Thyme Mushrooms
Elevate your diabetes-friendly dining with these delightful Sautéed Thyme Mushrooms. Bursting with flavor and seasoned to perfection, these mushrooms are a tasty addition to any meal. Experience a dish that's both satisfying and supportive of your diabetes management goals.
Roasted Pepper Pizza
Use fresh summer bell peppers to top this quick and easy homemade pizza, a much better choice than ordering out. If you have leftovers, wrap them in foil and have it cold for a grab-and-go meal the next day.
How (and Why) to Make Your Own Broth
D-I-Why? Not only can you build your own flavor with homemade stock, you also have control over how much salt is added. Store bought stocks are often very high in sodium. While the reduced sodium varieties are a better option if you’re watching your salt intake, even those can still have a lot of sodium. When you make your own stock, you can leave out the salt, and wait to add seasonings to the final dish. And let’s not forget about the cost savings: homemade stock costs $0.00 when you make it from scraps that are destined for the trash! In my house, we eat roast chicken at least once a week