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Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Delicious and nutritious? Absolutely! These diabetes-friendly recipes meet the nutrition guidelines of the American Diabetes Association. Find your new favorite today!
All about the DASH Eating Pattern
An eating pattern includes the food and drinks you eat and drink regularly. Eating patterns are important for managing diabetes and providing your body with energy and nutrients. Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) is an eating pattern approved for blood glucose (blood sugar) management and has been shown to reduce the risk of developing diabetes and heart disease, improve A1C, help with weight loss, and lower blood pressure How to Get Started on the DASH Eating Pattern The DASH eating pattern centers meals around non-starchy vegetables, low-fat proteins (fish, poultry, and turkey)
New Ants on a Log
A classic kid friendly treat with a twist! Dried cherries add some sweetness and healthy fats and protein from the almond butter make this a perfect, balanced afternoon treat.
Superfood Smoothie
Blueberries, spinach, and almond milk make this a Superfood Smoothie and a great way to start your day! Superfoods provide key nutrients that are lacking in the typical western diet.
Sweet and Spicy Dipping Sauce
This dipping sauce is perfect for egg rolls, chicken wings, crispy tofu, or crab cakes and is a cinch to make!
Carb-Conscious Meal Makeovers
Carbohydrates have the biggest effect on your blood glucose (blood sugar). That’s why paying attention to how much and when you eat carbs is an important part of managing diabetes. Here are simple ways to manage your carb intake: Choose quality carbs such as beans, starchy vegetables, whole grains, fruit, low-fat milk, and low-fat yogurt Cut back on some higher carb foods Swap high-carb foods for lower carb options Living with diabetes or prediabetes does not mean you have to cut out all carbohydrate foods. When choosing an eating plan, think about the foods you enjoy, how much time you have
Ways to Eat Winter Squash
The winter squash. Is there a vegetable that is more representative of cool weather comfort food? There are dozens upon dozens of richly colored, oddly shaped varieties to choose from, depending on where you live and where you shop. And, speaking of shopping, one of the benefits of buying winter squash is how hearty they are. You can enjoy them the day you bring them home or they can hang around for weeks, protected by their skin from going bad.
Why You Should Be Using Rosemary
Rosemary is a perennial herb that has long held a beloved place in gardens and kitchens around the world. Initially from the Mediterranean, rosemary has been used for centuries in various capacities. Find out everything you need to know about this tasty herb!
10 Tips for Shopping at Farmers Markets
A trip to your local farmers market can give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors, get some walking in, meet other locals, try new foods, and just have fun exploring! Visiting the farmers market is a different experience than going to a standard supermarket. Here are 10 tips to help you know what to bring and make the most of your access to farmers’ and artisans’ fresh products and knowledge! Bring sturdy bags or baskets to carry your purchases. And bring produce bags too. Some farmers may have bags, but it’s always good to come prepared. If you are planning to purchase a lot, bring a small
Good Morning Power Parfait
A great breakfast option, the cinnamon and grape nuts in this recipe set it apart from the ordinary fruit and yogurt parfait.