After a diabetes diagnosis, it can be hard to get used to the sanctioned order to snack. In this article, we will go over healthy snacks for diabetics.
Another healthy way of snacking is to build a smoothie. Not one of the sugar-laden, bottled, smoothie-type drinks, but a real smoothie packed with veggies and fruit.
You do have to be careful with quantities, so you are probably best avoiding the large option from your local mall-based smoothie chain and anything loaded with milk, full-fat sweetened yogurt or ice cream.
It’s safest to make your own and keep portion sizes small. A little smoothie goes a long way, and you will find that even a small cup will fill you up and keep your blood sugar stable as long as you avoid high-sugar ingredients and aren't tempted to add sugar.
Some yummy ingredients to include