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The Dangers of Yo-Yo Dieting
Managing your weight is an important part of staying healthy. But some weight‑loss advice, especially online—can do more harm than good. Social media is full of programs, supplements, and “quick fixes” that promise fast results. Many of these messages target people who are frustrated or looking for an easy solution.
5 Fabulous Recipes That Can Boost Your Fiber Intake
Eating high-fiber foods is a good choice for managing diabetes because fiber can help slow the effect of carbohydrates (carbs)on your blood glucose (blood sugar). We are sharing some of our favorite higher fiber recipes with you today to spark some ideas for your menu each week. Pro tip: Recipes that are considered an “excellent” source of fiber contain 5 grams or more. Black Bean and Corn Salad This side dish contains 5 grams of fiber and 22 grams carbohydrate per ½ cup serving. This recipe also contains 5 grams of protein which can also help slow the absorption of the carbohydrate. Serve
Peppermint Chocolate "Nice Cream"
There's no dairy in this "nice cream"! Bananas provide its delectable creaminess and sweetness. Next time you have overripe bananas on the counter, don’t throw them out—peel and cut them into “coins,” lay the coins out on a baking sheet and freeze until frozen solid, then store them in a freezer-safe container. As you’re puréeing the nice cream, it starts out looking crumbly—and you might not think it’s going to work. Just be patient. It’ll all of a sudden become velvety smooth. Cacoa nibs add a nice chocolatey crunch to this vegan treat with no added sugar.
Keeping Culture Alive and Managing Diabetes
Diabetes management is more than just counting carbohydrates (carbs) and monitoring blood glucose (blood sugar) levels, it’s also making healthy decisions that fit your culture and traditions. Many cultural foods, such as tacos, pastas, stir-fries, and regional desserts, go beyond the food itself. They are often the focus when you celebrate holidays, birthdays, accomplishments, and so much more with friends and family. However, these cultural foods may not always be the best choice if you are managing diabetes because of their carb, salt, fat, and sugar content. But with a few tweaks that can
Top 20 Recipes of 2019
As we wrap up 2019, the Diabetes Food Hub team looked back and reviewed some of the most popular recipes this past year as determined by you, our visitors. Favorites include heart-healthy Mediterranean dishes, hearty breakfast pancakes, and a handful of air fryer and Instant Pot recipes. Whatever you’re looking for, we’re sure you’ll find some tried and true recipes.
Ingrid Hoffmann's Quinoa and Beans Casamiento
Casamiento is often served as part of a Salvadoran breakfast. It is basically a dish made with leftover rice and beans. By changing out the rice for quinoa, the whole meal changes with this amazing super food that is loaded with nutrition and fiber.
Roasted Red Pepper Coulis
A coulis is simply a thick puree or sauce. This one makes a beautiful and tasty finishing touch for your dishes. (Pictured here with Rosemary Balsamic Onions and Pesto.)
Basil Pesto Cream
This basil pesto cream is a simple, flavorful sauce made with fresh basil, garlic, and a touch of creaminess using skim milk and non-fat cottage cheese. It adds a rich, herby taste to pasta, vegetables, or protein dishes.
Ginger Honeydew Soup
Cold soups are a wonderful way to begin a light meal. This emerald colored soup pairs nicely with a grain or pasta salad. The enticing ginger flavor will set your taste buds on fire for the next course.
Can People with Diabetes Eat Dessert?
If you have diabetes, you may have heard you need to cut out all sweet foods from your eating plan. But that’s not true! There are ways to enjoy all your favorite foods (including desserts) AND reach your health goals—you’ll just have to make a few adjustments. Changing the foods you eat may feel overwhelming at first, but we’re here to help you make the best choices. How to Fit Dessert on Your Plate Even for people without diabetes, it’s recommended to save desserts for special occasions instead of having them every day. But there are ways to include a little something sweet between birthday