15 Delicious Diabetes-friendly Dinner Ideas
For many people, dinner is a time to sit down as a family and reconnect — and it turns out that this routine is good for your health. Studies have shown that eating alone in front of the TV and eating on the go are associated with greater incidences of obesity and type 2 diabetes in both children and adults. Now that you are working to manage your type 2 diabetes, it’s even more important to sit down with people you care about and enjoy a well-planned meal together. Here are 15 tasty, diabetes-friendly dinner recipes to get you started. Tip: When dinner is served, take the time to teach your family members about the healthy-plate method and the other smart-eating tips you’ve learned. You’ll be contributing to their ongoing health as well as your own — and teaching your kids good habits now may even prevent them from developing type 2 diabetes themselves. Learn more healthy habits in Step 5. Continue reading >>
Quick, Delicious Dinner Ideas With Type 2
I've been really into smoothies recently, as they're a great way to start my day. I make them fresh every morning. Anything in my fridge, I throw into my Vitamix — always greens included — with yogurt, ice, and my favorite nut milk. This helps maintain my blood sugar and keeps me going throughout the day. Continue reading >>
Dinner Ideas For People With Type 2 Diabetes
Every 23 seconds, someone in the United States is diagnosed with diabetes. But although diabetes is widespread, public awareness and understanding of the disease can be limited. The Centers for Diseases Control and Prevention (CDC) report that 29 million Americans currently have diabetes, but a quarter of them do not know it. Another 86 million adults have prediabetes, with 90 percent of them being unaware. Diabetes is a serious disease that can, if uncontrolled, lead to loss of eyesight, cardiovascular problems, kidney damage, and even amputation of lower limbs. The good news is, it can be managed and these serious health problems can be avoided. Diet techniques for diabetes The even better news is that diabetes can be managed through a combination of exercise, health care, and diet. Despite popular belief, a diet can be varied, tasty, and fulfilling. The "diabetic plate" Maintaining a consistent, well-balanced diet can help people with diabetes keep their blood sugar levels under control. Portion control is also important, which is where the "diabetic plate" comes in. Endorsed by several organizations, including the American Diabetes Association, the "diabetic plate" can be very helpful when planning dinners. Follow these simple steps: Draw an imaginary line down the center of your plate. Divide one half into two further sections, so that your plate is now divided into three. Fill the biggest section with non-starchy vegetables, such as spinach, green beans, salsa, mushrooms, broccoli, or others. Use proteins to fill one of the smaller sections. Good options are skinless chicken, salmon, shrimp, tempeh or tofu, eggs, and much more. Legumes can fit in either the protein or the starch section because they provide both protein and carbohydrate. Grains, legumes and starch Continue reading >>
Low Carb Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Bowl
Low Carb Chicken Philly Cheesesteak is the perfect recipe for a delicious, health and quick-fix meal. In less than 30 minutes, you can enjoy a diabetes-friendly meal the whole family will love. CLICK BELOW FOR THE LOW CARB CHEESESTEAK VIDEO: I’m back with more philly cheesesteak!!! Now do you believe me when I say “I’ll never give up my quest for the ultimate low carb philly cheesesteak recipe”? First there was Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Cups, next there was Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Mushrooms and then Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Bowl! Now my fellow cheesesteak lovers, I give you my low carb chicken-based version. ♥ This recipe is perfect if you are cooking for either low carb eaters or people with diabetes and also for those who have no diet restrictions. Just add in a hoagie roll or hamburger bun and dinner is done. It all begins with thinly sliced chicken breasts. I sliced my chicken partially frozen which helps tremendously with getting the super thin slices I wanted. If your chicken is fresh or thawed, simply place it back in the freezer for 15-20 minutes to get it to a semi-frozen state. (You can slice the chicken breasts without freezing them, it just makes things a little easier) Next, I added my seasonings to the raw sliced chicken and made sure all pieces were coated. I let this sit a few minutes while I warmed up a little olive oil in my skillet. (You could complete this step up to a day ahead of time if you’d like. Just store the chicken in fridge until your ready.) When your olive oil is heated, add the chicken slices and spread them out. I used a large skillet here and it allowed enough room for 2 large chicken breasts. As the chicken browns, continue spreading the pieces out and turning them so each side is nicely browned. For this part, you Continue reading >>
Seven-day Type 2 Diabetes Meal Plan
Eating a diabetes-friendly diet can help keep your blood sugar levels under control. But it can be difficult to stick to a regular meal plan — unless you have a plan in place. Check out these 21 delicious, diabetes-friendly recipes to use for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Remember to stay within your carbohydrate allowance by noting the carb content and serving size of the recipes. Also, be sure to balance your meals with lean protein and healthy plant fats. Breakfast: Cream Cheese-Stuffed French Toast This may sound too decadent for breakfast, but paired with scrambled egg whites, it can fit into a diabetes-friendly meal plan. Whole grain toast will help ensure you get your daily fiber too. Lunch: Salmon Salad with White Beans Salmon is one of the best sources of omega-3 fatty acids, and is also a delicious topper to workday salad. Dinner: Cuban-Marinated Sirloin Kabobs with Grilled Asparagus Spice things up with this flavorful skewer. Dried herbs and spices are a great way to pack a punch of flavor without adding unnecessary calories and fat. Breakfast: Apple Pie Oatmeal with Greek Yogurt Who wouldn’t like a slice of pie for breakfast? This oatmeal will leave your kitchen smelling like the flavors of fall, and your stomach happy and satisfied. Add some extra plain Greek yogurt on top for more protein. Lunch: Turkey-Cranberry Wraps Turkey and cranberry sauce isn’t just for Thanksgiving! This is an easy grab-and-go lunch that even your kids will enjoy. Note: This recipe may not be appropriate for all people with type 2 diabetes, because it contains 60 grams of carbs per serving. You can adjust the amount of cranberry sauce to lower the carb count. Dinner: Cilantro-Lime Tilapia with Spinach and Tomatoes Take a trip to the tropics with this fast fish dish. Breakfast Continue reading >>
Weeknight Winners: 76 Diabetic Dinner Recipes
Our Best Low-Carb Recipes: 30 Low-Carb Dinner Recipes, Desserts, and More Eating healthy has never tasted so good with this FREE eCookbook. From low-carb breakfast recipes to low-carb dinners and even low-carb desserts, you'll be able to stick to your healthy eating lifestyle with ease! Bonus: Get our newsletter & special offers for free. We will not share or sell your email address. View our Privacy Policy Home > Editor's Picks > Weeknight Winners: 76 Diabetic Dinner Recipes Weeknight Winners: 76 Diabetic Dinner Recipes You must be logged in to add a private note. Login | Register We are adding the recipe to your Recipe Box. You must be logged in to add a recipe. Login | Register Sometimes its hard to come up with what to cook for dinner for diabetics. Many recipes for diabetics are boring, bland, or complicated. But not these! This diabetic menu is full of flavorful, easy, unique recipes that will shake up your routine and add some excitement to the dinner table. Theyre our best dinner recipes for diabetics that are perfect for any day of the week. And if youre not diabetic yourself and are just looking for what to cook for diabetics, youve come to the right place, so stick around and check out our selection! If chicken recipes for diabetics are your favorite, dont miss our Pizza Stuffed Chicken ! Its flavorful, easy, and totally diabetic-friendly. If you prefer ground beef diabetic recipes , then youll fall in love with our recipe for Beef with Noodles -- its an easy diabetic dinner thats quick, flavorful, and filling. In addition to being delicious, these meals are easy as can be. If you're wondering what makes these diabetic recipes easy to make, just look at our ingredients -- you'll see lots of helpful shortcuts to cut down on your kitchen time. Talk about a win Continue reading >>
Best Diabetic Recipes: Dinner For Two
Diabetic Living / Diabetic Recipes / 30 Minute Tasty diabetic recipes when you're cooking for two people, or even for one, can be hard to find. We have healthy dinner ideas with main dish, side dish, and dessert recipes created specifically for a dinner for two. Fresh salsa paired with right-off-the-grill chicken skewers makes a perfect low-carb combo with only 1 gram of fat. Diabetes Recipes , Diabetic Meals , Popular Diabetic Recipes , Meals Made Easy Cilantro gives these garden-fresh beans a flavor boost without adding calories or carbs. Pair with beef, pork, poultry, or even tofu for a perfect dinner for two. Diabetes Recipes , Diabetic Meals , Popular Diabetic Recipes , Meals Made Easy For a light meal that's quick and easy, plus stuffed with taste, try this impressive dish with 23 grams of protein in each serving. Diabetes Recipes , Diabetic Meals , Popular Diabetic Recipes , Meals Made Easy Finish off any dinner for two with this effortless dessert. It has just four ingredients, so you can whip up this refreshing treat in minutes. Diabetes Recipes , Diabetic Meals , Popular Diabetic Recipes , Meals Made Easy A fresh cilantro-and-citrus marinade prepares this skirt steak for perfection. Serve with a side of grilled veggies to complete this easy meal. Diabetes Recipes , Diabetic Meals , Popular Diabetic Recipes , Meals Made Easy The nonstarchy veggies drizzled with light vinaigrette makes a refreshing salad that partners perfectly with grilled steak or chops. Diabetes Recipes , Diabetic Meals , Popular Diabetic Recipes , Meals Made Easy This south-of-the-border spin on an American classic leaves taste buds craving more. Serving the patties on tostada shells instead of buns keeps this dish low in carbs. Diabetes Recipes , Diabetic Meals , Popular Diabetic Recipes , Continue reading >>
Chicken Veggie Stir Fry + The Pre-diabetes Diet Plan
Eating for overall good health and diabetes prevention just got a whole lot easier with this family-pleasing recipe for Chicken Veggie Stir Fry. Over 80 million Americans of all ages have pre-diabetes, which puts them at risk for developing type 2 diabetes—a disease that can lead to blindness, kidney failure, and blood vessel damage. Obesity, inactivity, a low fiber diet, and a high intake of sugar-sweetened beverages are common risk factors for diabetes. To the rescue is registered dietitian, Hillary Wright, M.Ed, RD whose new book, The Pre-Diabetes Diet Plan outlines simple eating and exercise strategies aimed at reversing and preventing diabetes. As part of her pre-diabetes diet plan, Hillary recommends filling half your plate with non-starchy vegetables, 25% with a lean protein food, and the remaining 25% with a starchy veggie or whole grain. She’s not anti carb, but instead, she emphasizes the Two Qs: quality (whole grain) and quantity (not too much). I served our stir fry with whole grain brown rice and stuck to a 2/3 cup portion. Continue reading >>
Diabetic Shrimp Scampi
Directions. Heat butter and oil in large non-stick skillet over high heat. When butter starts to brown, add garlic. Lower heat; cook 1 minute, stirring to prevent garlic from overbrowning. Add shrimp; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add wine, lemon juice, salt and pepper; cook 2 minutes or until shrimp are cooked through. Stir in bread crumbs and parsley. Serve immediately. Download and Print Get 1000's of easy recipes with Recipe-Star.com Recipe-Star.com Advertisement Continue reading >>
Diabetic Recipes
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15 Easy Diabetic Recipes You’ll Want To Make Over And Over
Pineapple Pudding Cake Taste of Home My mother used to love making this easy dessert in the summertime. It's so cool and refreshing that it never lasts very long! Recipe shared by Kathleen Worden, North Andover, Massachusetts. Mini Ham 'n' Cheese Frittatas Taste of Home I found this recipe a few years ago and tried to make it with it with a few changes. I'm diabetic, and this fits into my low-carb and low-fat diet. Every time I serve a brunch, the frittatas are the first thing to disappear, and nobody knows they are low fat! Recipe shared by Susan Watt, Basking Ridge, New Jersey. Simple Lemon Pie Taste of Home Lemon meringue pie is one of my favorite desserts, and this yummy, sweet-tart version is so good that no one will suspect that it's light. Recipe shared by Frances VanFossan, Warren, Michigan. Pork Chops with Honey-Garlic Sauce Taste of Home The honey and garlic sauce is so good, I sometimes double it so there's extra for dipping. Recipe shared by Michelle Smith, Eldersburg, Maryland. Walnut-Crusted Salmon Taste of Home Whenever I can get salmon for a good price, I always turn to this simple and delicious recipe. Recipe shared by Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah. Carrot Broccoli Soup Taste of Home This soup is a staple at our house. It's fast, easy, yummy and so nutritious filled to the brim with carrots and broccoli! Recipe shared by Sandy Smith, London, Ontario. No-Fuss Avocado Onion Salad Taste of Home My mother could take a simple salad and turn it into something incredibly delicious. This one is a favorite of mine, and it is so easy to make. Recipe shared by Marina Castle, Canyon Country, California. Spinach-Mushroom Scrambled Eggs Taste of Home My husband and I enjoyed a mushroom egg dish at a hotel restaurant. I've created a healthy rendition with loads of hearty Continue reading >>
64 Easy Dinner Recipes For Two
Home > Editor's Picks > 64 Easy Dinner Recipes for Two You must be logged in to add a private note. Login | Register We are adding the recipe to your Recipe Box. You must be logged in to add a recipe. Login | Register If you think cooking for two requires halving a larger recipe, then you're in for a treat with these great dinners for two! These easy recipes for two are all tailor-made for you and your companion, so whether you're looking for quick dinners for two, healthy dinners for two, or easy meals for two on a budget, you'll find the perfect recipes in this collection. Finding just the right dinner for two has never been so easy, because we have tons of options! We've got a delicious selection of recipes for you, including seafood and chicken dinners for two; beef, pork, and veal dishes; pasta for two; side dishes; and even desserts for two! Why go out for a fancy meal when you can make restaurant-quality recipes for two at home? You'll never be disappointed with these delicious dishes, and you'll never have to struggle with cutting down a larger recipe or storing too many leftovers again. Just pick out your favorite recipe for two from the list below and you'll have a perfectly-portioned meal on the dinner table in no time! Winner, winner! We've got some great chicken dinners for two! Below, you'll find some of our chicken recipes, including everything from simple chicken dinners for busy weeknights to fancier recipes for your weekend sit-down dinners. Both of you are going to love these easy recipes, and we're sure you'll come back to them again and again. (Our Chicken Marsala for Two is one of our most popular recipes, so you might want to try that one first!) Check out our blog post, " 3 Print-Outs You Need in Your Kitchen ," for a guide on how to cut a recip Continue reading >>
A Guide To Cooking For One
How to treat yourself right when dining on your own Everyone eats alone sometimes. Whether your usual companion is out of town for a few days or you live by yourself and often dine on your own, there's no need to resort to wolfing down a bowl of cereal over the kitchen sink when you could be eating in style. This month we offer tips and techniques for making single servings work, from planning to shopping to the final product. While it may seem at first like a lot of trouble to prepare a complete meal for one, the results are well worth it. Homemade dishes are usually more nutritious and economical than restaurant meals. Cooking well for yourself can also be an important way to make your own health and happiness a priority. In other words: You're worth it. It may also be helpful to think of preparing dinner less as a chore than as a way to relax and de-stress. You can try out different recipes at your leisure without the pressure of others' approval. And you get to choose your favorite foods, since you are the only one you have to please. Begin the process by setting the mood. Make an effort to establish a dividing line between the day's activities and dinnertime. Set a place at the table with your favorite linen. Turn off the television, turn on the music, light a candle or two, maybe have a glass of wineand enjoy taking care of yourself. Planning makes a huge difference when it comes to healthy eating. That's certainly true for big families, but it may be even more so for individuals and couples. Set a goal to plan menus for a week at a time. Don't like the idea of leftovers? Think of them as "planned overs" instead: A small roast prepared on a Sunday, for example, could serve as an open-face sandwich on Monday and a vegetable stir-fry with small amounts of beef on T Continue reading >>
Diabetes Meal Plan Recipes
It's not always easy to follow your diabetes meal plan day after day, but these delicious recipes may help. Appetizer recipes Beverage recipes Bread recipes Breakfast recipes Dessert recipes Main dish recipes Salad recipes Sandwich recipes Sauce and dressing recipes Side dish recipes Soup recipes Vegetable recipes Continue reading >>
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Award-winning cookbook authors Frances Towner Giedt and Bonnie Sanders Polin, PhD, created hundreds of diabetes-friendly recipes featured in our recipe center. The duo also authored The Joslin Diabetes Gourmet Cookbook—the only diabetes cookbook to have ever won the prestigious James Beard Award. Welcome to the Type 2 Diabetes Center! This is your launching pad for living better with type 2 diabetes. We’ve gathered all the latest type 2 diabetes information, research updates, and advances in devices and medications. And because diabetes impacts every facet of your life, you’ll also find practical advice from leading experts and other people living with type 2 diabetes featured here. That includes mouth-watering, healthy recipes; money-saving tips; advice to help navigate social, professional, and relationship issues; and inspiring personal stories from people just like you. Explore the resources here and be sure to subscribe to our newsletter to be alerted to new additions. Continue reading >>
