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Here are five tricks for enjoying more of what you buy and grow. Make the most of the whole vegetable (and fresh herbs). Root vegetables, like beets, carrots, turnips, and radishes have delicious leafy tops. While many markets remove them, if you use those that have those tops you can make pesto with them. Have leftover fresh vegetables, like zucchini, mushrooms, or carrots? They can be shredded and turned into pancakes with an egg, grated onion, garlic, herbs, and some breadcrumbs. When a recipe calls for chopped or minced fresh herbs, use both the leaves and stems—if the stems are still

In this article: What to buy at the store? What to cook? Recipes Healthy Snacking What to buy? Going to the grocery store increases your risk of exposure to the coronavirus. Consider getting groceries delivered if possible, or having a friend or family shop you for you if you are at high risk. If you must go the store, buy enough to last a week or two so that you don't have to go as often. There are also many precautions you can take to stay safe. Read our article on safe grocery shopping to learn more. When shopping, stock up on shelf-stable foods. Versatility is also important—look for foods

Check out the recipes below to kickstart your budget-friendly meal planning! 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 Dinner Chicken Sausage and Cabbage Skillet This quick dinner comes together in less than 30 minutes—simply sauté shredded apples and cabbage with pre-cooked sausage links for a simple, tasty

Related: Tips and Recipes for Staying Healthy While Staying Home To snack, or not to snack? In the past, typical meal plans for type 2 diabetes often called for two or three between-meal snacks each day. It was believed that snacks were necessary to help stabilize blood glucose levels. Now we know that not everyone with diabetes (particularly type 2 diabetes) routinely needs between-meal snacks, especially if three regular meals are part of the day. Listen to your body and watch your blood glucose patterns; let them be your guide when it comes to snacking. Here are three questions to ask

Related: Tips and Recipes for Staying Healthy While Staying Home While the pandemic isn't directly impacting our food supply, it is affecting our ability to shop for groceries and find what we need. Stay at home measures mean less trips to the grocery store, and more people stocking up on food means some foods may be harder to find on the shelves. Here's out list of pantry staples to keep your kitchen stocked, and what to look for keep meals diabetes-friendly. Frozen Foods Stock up on your favorite frozen vegetables! Good choices are: broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, edamame, green beans, etc

Why Lifestyle Changes Can Be Difficult There are two reasons why making healthy lifestyle changes commonly fail: Making too many changes at once Choosing changes that are too hard to make or goals that are too hard to reach Making small changes to the foods that are already in our diets, or swaps, can help those who often “abandon ship” stick to healthy habits. Adults, children, families, and those with pre-existing conditions (or those who wish to prevent future disease) can make simple, everyday swaps to the foods they already eat to help manage or reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease

Leftovers will keep in your refrigerator for a few days. For many dishes, freezing them can extend the shelf-life for up to three months. Not only will making your own frozen meals save you time, but it can help you cut down on waste, saving you money. Here are a few tips for making your own healthy freezable meals at home. Freezing Tips 1. When you have a busy week ahead, homemade freezer meals will come in handy. Be sure to thaw your frozen meal for 1-2 days ahead of time in the refrigerator. Smaller containers will thaw more quickly than large containers. There are also more safe thawing

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

Eat Smart If you have diabetes or prediabetes, you may be wondering what, when, and how much you should eat. It may surprise you that there is no “diabetes diet” or perfect amount of nutrients (protein, fat, or even carbohydrates) that’s right for every person with diabetes. Your eating plan—what, when, and how much you eat—should be personalized to meet your needs. A Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) or Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) can help you create an eating plan that fits your lifestyle, eating preferences, health goals, and budget. Ask your primary health care provider if you