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What are Sugar Alcohols?
The term “sugar substitutes” refers to high-intensity sweeteners, artificial sweeteners, non-nutritive sweeteners, and other low-calorie sweeteners. Then there are sugar alcohols, such as erythritol, xylitol, and mannitol. Sugar alcohols are becoming more popular in low-carbohydrate diets. But what are they? And are they a good option for people with diabetes? What are sugar alcohols? Some sugar substitutes are called “high intensity” because they taste much sweeter than sugar. Since they are so sweet, only a tiny amount is needed to give the same sweetness of sugar, with almost no calories
Roasted BBQ Chickpeas
If you love BBQ chips but want to avoid the excess calories and fat, try these roasted BBQ chickpeas! Chickpeas, a plant-based protein, are high in fiber but naturally low in sodium and cholesterol-free. The savory taste of this dish comes from the BBQ spice blend, and the sweetness comes from 100% natural Splenda ® Stevia Sweetener. Serve at your next cookout or tailgate party!
High Blood Sugar and Hunger
Hunger and cravings are a frustrating side-effect of high blood glucose (blood sugar) levels. It can also be confusing: if there’s so much excess glucose in your bloodstream, why are your body and your brain craving more food? Here, we’ll look at why high blood glucose levels often come with cravings and what you can do about it.
10 Easy Ways to Reduce Added Sugars
The Food and Drug Administration is implementing a new Nutrition Facts Label for packaged foods. The new label now separates "added sugars" from "total sugars". Previously, both were grouped under “sugars”, so it was difficult to tell how much added sugar you were eating compared to the naturally occurring sugars found in foods. With this new information, choosing healthier foods and managing your diabetes or prediabetes will be even easier.
Tuna Salad with Chickpeas
This Tuna Salad with Chickpeas is full of flavor and crunch. It is made lighter by mixing fat-free plain yogurt and light mayonnaise - you’ll be surprised that you can’t taste the difference.
Butternut Squash Stew with Chickpeas
This hearty stew features butternut squash, a type of winter squash that comes into season during the cooler months of the year. Make this on the weekend and pack the leftovers for lunch during the week.
What Are Natural Sugars and How Do They Impact Diabetes?
If you have diabetes, you probably have been told that drinking soda or eating sweets will raise blood glucose (blood sugar) levels, but what about naturally sweet food like fruit? Many people living with diabetes may be confused about the role different types of sugars that aren’t added to foods play in their blood sugar management. Food can contain sugar that is naturally occurring or added.
Curried Quinoa With Butternut Squash And Chickpeas
Curry powder, chickpeas, and squash are a classic combination in Indian cuisine. In this recipe, to liven up the curry flavor and add some welcome texture to the mix, I’ve also added fresh ginger, red wine vinegar, lime zest, and cilantro, along with nutty quinoa and crunchy pumpkin seeds. This dish is best made in the fall when mounds of butternut squash are available at the farmers’ market but if you crave this spicy salad during the warmer months, feel free to use frozen (and thawed) squash instead.
3 Easy Ways to Cut Back on Sugar (and Why You Should)
Whether you have diabetes, prediabetes, or just want to be more mindful of how much sugar you eat, the evidence is clear: too many sugars may mean trouble for your health. Here’s what the science says, why it matters, and some simple steps you can take to help get your calories under control. Sugar and Your Health A major scientific study recently reported that higher sugar intake is linked with 45 harmful health outcomes—and practically no benefits. According to the results, higher sugar intake is associated with an increased risk of: 18 endocrine and metabolic outcomes, such as diabetes
Roasted Indian Cauliflower Tossed With Chickpeas And Cashews
Author Aviva Goldfarb says, "Six O’Clock Scramble CFO (and my good friend) Robin Thieme stopped by on a Saturday to drop off a book and was surprised to find that I was cooking a hot lunch for my husband, Andrew, and me. I confessed that I was just trying to use up some produce before it went bad. Robin joined us for lunch and we all agreed this dish is a winner. Serve with Tropical Island Smoothies."