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Diabetes-Friendly Thanksgiving Recipe Roundup
Be sure to fill your Thanksgiving plate using the Diabetes Plate Method . Non-starchy veggies should fill half of your plate (plus, the veggies will add festive color to your meal!) and lean protein, like turkey or plant-based proteins, should fill one quarter. Finally, fill up the last quarter of your plate with carbohydrates (carbs), such as mashed potatoes or whole grains. Holiday tip: save your carbs for dessert! Be sure to check out the ones we have on our list. Overall, the Diabetes Plate Method will help keep your blood glucose (blood sugar) from rising too high and is a great way to
Watermelon Season: What You Need to Know
Watermelon is a tropical fruit that is believed to have originated in Africa, but it's now grown all over the world. It's a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, which also includes cucumbers, pumpkins, and squash. Watermelon has a thick green rind and a juicy, sweet flesh that's usually pink or red. It's a great source of hydration, as it contains over 90% water. Why Watermelon Is Good for You Watermelon is a great source of vitamins A and C, which are both important for maintaining healthy skin and immune function. It also contains lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that's been shown to reduce
20 New Ideas to Eat More Produce at Every Meal
Are you looking for new ideas on how to add more fruits and veggies to your meals to boost their flavor, nutrients, and blood glucose (blood sugar) management benefits? Here are 20 simple ones you can start trying right away, plus tips for buying produce and a breakdown of the different types! Buying Produce The first step in eating more fruits and veggies is buying more fruits and veggies. Many types of produce can be purchased fresh at the grocery store all year long. However, fresh produce is the tastiest and cheapest when you buy it in season. To save even more money and extend the life of
Green Chile Corn Chowder
This creamy chowder is packed full of corn, zucchini, and squash, accented with a hint of chile. Reduced fat cheeses and cream create a healthier chowder. If you have trouble finding condensed cheese soup, substitute 8 oz processed cheese spread (such as velveeta) and an additional 1 cup fat-free half-and-half. Find this recipe and more in our cookbook Tex Mex Diabetes Cooking . To order directly from the American Diabetes Assocation, click here !
Garden Harvest Soup
Adjust the veggies in this soup based on what you have in your refrigerator. Get creative with the veggie combination that you use!
Coffee-Rubbed Steak
Fragrant coffee and spices infuse the steak with a unique smoky, spicy flavor. Use half the steak for dinner tonight, and save the other half to make Beef Fajitas later in the week. While the steak is resting, add a little more oil to the pan that you cooked the steak in, and use it to sauté sweet potatoes or other vegetables like bell pepper, squash, or green beans. Your side dish will pick up flavor from the pan, and you'll only have one pan to wash! Find this recipe and weekly meal plans in our book, The 12-Week Diabetes Cookbook by Linda Gassenheimer.
Tips for Shopping at International Markets
Getting Over Barriers to International Shopping If the thought of shopping at a market with unfamiliar foods feels overwhelming, consider it a chance to meet new people and try new things. For example, if you see an interesting item in the produce section, see if any other shoppers are also purchasing the item and ask them about it. It may feel uncomfortable at first, but many shoppers will be more than happy to tell you about their favorite ways to cook certain foods. If that puts you too far out of your comfort zone, you can always use your smart phone to look up items. Some translation apps
Tzatziki and Vegetables
Traditional Mediterranean tzatziki sauce is perfect for dipping low-carb non-starchy vegetables. It can also be used as a topping on salads, sandwiches or wraps.
Low-Carb Meal Plan Tips
Check out the recipes below for low carb meal ideas. You can fit these recipes into your weekly meal plan in whatever way works best for you. Use the interactive Meal Planner on Diabetes Food Hub to plan out your week. Once you have created your free account , you can save recipes, then drag-and-drop them into your meal plan. Click here for more tips on how to use Diabetes Food Hub As always, we encourage you to work with a Registered Dietitian (RD/RDN) or Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDE/CDCES) to determine what amount of carbs is right for you, and come up with a meal plan that