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You’ll want to put on a green apron to make these fun, diabetes-friendly recipes for St. Patrick’s Day! Whether you are Irish, or simply Irish at heart, these dishes are lower in calories, fat, and carbs than the traditional recipes. (They’re just as tasty, though!)

Leafy greens are nutritional powerhouses. They are tremendous sources of vitamins A, C, K, and several B vitamins, full of phytonutrients, have lots of fiber, and low in calories. Leafy greens are superfoods.

How do you feel about bacteria? It might conjure up ideas of germs and bleach cleaner. However, not all bacteria is bad, especially when it comes to your gut health. This is where bacterial organisms called probiotics come in to play.

As the end of summer approaches, most fruit varieties reach their peak. This means that prices at the grocery store or farmers market go down, while the fresh flavor goes up. There’s not a better time to stock up and take advantage of recipes that lean on fruit to add complex flavors or a touch of sweetness. And while it’s always wise to keep an eye on the carb content, the fiber- and vitamin-rich profile of most fruits mean you can indulge a little while keeping carb counts diabetes friendly.

Herbs can take a dish from being plain to having pizzazz. Whether from your garden, window box, farmer’s market, or grocery store, fresh herbs add freshness, flavor, fragrance, and eye appeal to meals.