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Nutritional Benefits of Strawberries One handful of strawberries has just 30 calories and two grams of gut-healthy fiber. They’re a good source of potassium, manganese, and vitamin C, which is great for the immune system and tissue repair in the body. Strawberries are rich in anthocyanins, which are colorful pigments with beneficial effects such as heart health and reducing inflammation in the body. Strawberries are also helpful to those with diabetes. They can slow the absorption of glucose when eaten with a high fiber meal. Strawberries also contain polyphenols, antioxidant plant compounds

Strategies to Eat Out Like a Pro Rather than blowing your meal plan and regretting it later, how about trying some of these strategies? Go to restaurant outings “gently hungry” instead of overly hungry, suggested Janice Baker, RDN, CDCES. “Over restricting during the day or preceding a restaurant or party event can biologically lead to unintentional overeating,” she explained. “This is BIOLOGY, not willpower.” Check out menus online ahead of time. By scoping out the options, you can make decisions in advance, which can remove some of the stress and the distraction of tempting but unhealthy

This recipe round-up has a variety of taco options, from traditional to Asian-inspired to plant-based versions. These diabetes-friendly taco recipes use fresh veggies, lower-fat cheese and sour cream alternatives, and spices to boost flavor—making them just as tasty as the original. Diabetes-Friendly Pork Tacos Chipotle BBQ Pork Folded Tacos Calories: 160 | Carbs: 15 Break out the slow cooker for this Tex-Mex inspired pork taco. Finished off in a simmering BBQ and chipotle chili and spice blend, the resulting shredded pork is a juicy filling for a healthier version of southwestern tacos. Ponzu

Non-starchy vegetables are an especially large part of an eating plan for people with diabetes because they won’t impact your blood glucose (blood sugar) levels as much as starchy vegetables and fruits. But, what should you do if you are just not a fruit or veggie person? The answer: Get sneaky! Instead of going off the rails and returning to old habits, you can find easy ways to enjoy healthy food by sneaking it into the dishes you make. And, if you have kids, it’s a great way to introduce them into healthy eating—even if it’s a little stealthy. Here are five suggestions for sneaky healthy

Those stats may be scary, but you can be proactive in preventing heart disease by managing your diabetes, exercising, and making healthy food choices. Below are a few easy ways you can begin to eat healthier to protect your heart. Eat Lots of Color (with Veggies) Veggies and fruits offer nutrients and minerals that are important to your body and heart health. By focusing on eating a variety of them, you will fill up on nutrient-dense foods. For people with diabetes, it’s important to focus on nonstarchy vegetables because they are low in calories and carbohydrates (carbs). Try these recipes

Why You Should Eat Parsley Fresh parsley is low in calories, yet high in vitamins such as A, K, and C. Vitamin A and C are essential for eye and skin health, as well as boosting the immune system. Vitamin C is also a powerful antioxidant, helping to reduce inflammation in the body. Vitamin K is necessary for proper blood clotting and supports bone and heart health. Types of Parsley There are two types of parsley commonly found in grocery stores and farmers markets: curly leaf and flat leaf (also referred to as Italian parsley). Curly leaf parsley is mostly used for garnishes that add a nice

So how about taking a different approach? Instead of eliminating certain food groups and starting short-term diets, focus on keeping it simple and doable. You can swap some less healthy foods for others that fit your eating plan better. Focus on picking foods that work well with your lifestyle. It’s not meant to be perfect, but to take small steps that complement exercise and other healthy habits. Every little bit helps! What is Food Swapping? Food swapping can come in various forms. Some food swaps mean using healthier ingredients in place of unhealthy foods while cooking. It can also mean

Strategies to Make Comfort Food Healthier There are a few strategies for doing this: substituting ingredients, reducing the quantity of unhealthy ones, and changing the cooking technique. Let’s talk about soup. There may be no food as comforting as thick creamy soups, with their cream, butter, and cheeses. Ways to make soup healthier: Substitute olive oil for the butter when sautéing the ingredients. Use light whipping cream or milk to replace the half-and-half that thickens the soup. If the recipe calls for cheese, choose a low-fat variety or simply reduce by a third or a quarter the amount

For our first full year of the Diabetes Food Hub, we saw a number of cooking and recipe trends that ended up on this list. First, we had no idea just how popular breakfast recipes would be. Second, a lot of people have Instant Pots and air fryers and are looking for appliance-friendly recipes. And finally, there's a neverending demand for the basics—healthy and diabetes-friendly versions of classic recipes. Fortunately, Diabetes Food Hub had plenty of each. So without further ado, here are the Top 20 Recipes of 2019. Did we mention that breakfast was a popular category? This low-carb breakfast

How Food Impacts Blood Glucose Levels Pop quiz: If you have diabetes, did you know that there are no foods that are off-limits? There aren’t. Everything has its place in a balanced eating plan, even if you’re living with diabetes. That said, eating more of some foods and less of others can make managing your blood glucose (blood sugar) a lot easier—something that’s important for feeling good now and staying healthy for years to come. Reaching the target range for your blood glucose levels is the best way to avoid diabetes complications and helps you feel better too. Talk to members of your