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Navigating snack options when you have diabetes can feel like a tricky balancing act. With a busy schedule, it's even more challenging to find snacks that tick all the boxes: tasty, healthy, and diabetes-friendly. However, with a little planning, you can have plenty of snacks ready to grab-and-go in your fridge and pantry. Should people with diabetes eat protein-powered snacks? Protein is essential for everyone, especially if you're managing diabetes. It works alongside carbohydrates to help moderate the absorption of glucose (sugar) into your blood. This balance is key in avoiding the

Check out these 10 must-try fall recipes for diabetes-friendly eating. We’ve put together a delightful collection of seasonal dishes that'll warm your heart and support your health. As the leaves turn, these recipes offer a tasty way to enjoy the flavors of fall while keeping your diabetes management on track. Pumpkin Oatmeal There’s no better way to start a brisk fall morning than with this filling baked pumpkin oatmeal. With 10g of protein per serving, this nutritious dish is the perfect way to kickstart your morning and keep you fueled and satisfied. Apple Pie Yogurt Parfait This delightful

Snacks are a great in-between meal option to avoid getting too hungry and overindulging at your next meal. Snacks are also great for helping satisfy a craving for something crunchy or sweet. However, it's easy to snack mindlessly, and that habit needs to be modified. Eating while distracted, like while watching television, makes it easy to overindulge and derail your healthy eating goals. When choosing a snack, remember that even if it’s healthy, you should still watch your portions and check nutrition labels carefully. What to Look for in a Diabetes-Friendly Snack Look for unprocessed foods

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

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 Herbs de Provence Chicken with Easy Middle Easter Green Beans Make this dinner early in the week and make extra chicken for leftovers (you can easily double the recipe). You could also add a whole grain to this meal, like brown rice or Cilantro Lime Quinoa

Related: To snack or not to snack? Read our article on healthy snacking, and whether or not snacking is right for you. NOTE: Calorie and carb amounts are approximate and do not include optional suggestions. 1. Turkey Cheese Wrap: Stack a slice of cheese on top of a slice of turkey deli meat. Top with a handful of fresh greens such as spinach or arugula and wrap tightly. (110 calories, 2 g carb) 2. Green Wrap: spread ¼ of an avocado over a small (6-inch) whole-wheat tortilla. Top with a handful of fresh greens such as spinach or arugula and wrap tightly. (160 calories, 18 g carb) 3. Savory

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

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

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