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Fruit—it’s known as nature’s “candy.” That may be one reason why some people with diabetes are unsure how or whether to eat fruit. Luckily, fruit fits and should be part of your diabetes-friendly eating plan.

The instructor and co-host, along experts from the American Diabetes Association® (ADA), taught participants in this cooking class how to make air fryer chicken and green beans. The class was designed to be fun and engaging, with the instructor sharing tips and tricks for making the dishes healthier and more flavorful.

A trip to your local farmers market can give you a chance to enjoy the outdoors, get some walking in, meet other locals, try new foods, and just have fun exploring!

The Mediterranean diet is touted as one of the healthiest eating plans. Meals are plant-forward and based on whole foods, including vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds, pulses (chickpeas, lentils, dry peas, and beans), whole grains, herbs, spices, and olive oil. The eating plan also includes moderate amounts of dairy foods (including yogurt), eggs, fish, and poultry. Small amounts of red meats and sweets can periodically be included, if you’d like.

Indian cuisine is known for its bold flavors, aromatic spices, and a wide variety of dishes.. As with most recipes, there are steps that you can take to make sure the Indian recipes you love support your health goals. Choosing healthier options and nutrient-rich ingredients like whole grains, legumes, and non-starchy vegetables allows you to enjoy Indian cooking while following your eating plan and managing conditions like diabetes.

The holidays are a wonderful time of year where you get to spend time catching up with family and friends. It’s also a time where there is a lot of focus on food, which can be hard if you have diabetes. With some planning and prep, you can still enjoy holiday traditions and food favorites while still managing your blood glucose (blood sugar). Read on for tips to help you prep for a happy, healthy holiday season.

Whether you're eating at work or school, your lunch should give you the energy you need during your day while allowing you to reach your blood glucose (blood sugar) targets. With a bit of planning, you can enjoy diabetes-friendly lunches that keep you satisfied and focused throughout the day. Plus, you’ll save money (and calories) by not eating out!

Herbs can take a dish from being plain to having pizzazz. Whether from your garden, window box, farmer’s market, or grocery store, fresh herbs add freshness, flavor, fragrance, and eye appeal to meals.

As we wrap up 2019, the Diabetes Food Hub team looked back and reviewed some of the most popular recipes this past year as determined by you, our visitors. Favorites include heart-healthy Mediterranean dishes, hearty breakfast pancakes, and a handful of air fryer and Instant Pot recipes. Whatever you’re looking for, we’re sure you’ll find some tried and true recipes.

Cooking with type 2 diabetes doesn’t have to be hard. Here are some easy ingredient swaps for healthier meals.