Know Sugar When You See It Don’t let the name “sugar” fool you. Corn syrup, dextrose, fructose, sucrose, maltose, maltodextrin, all are sugars and all should be avoided. Check your food and beverage labels carefully. You may think sugar is pretty easy to spot, but think again! It's not only cookies, cakes, and donuts that diabetics need to watch out for. Sugar is lurking … [Read more...] about Use These 5 Tips To Cut More Sugar From Your Diet
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Pumpkin Bars
Many diabetics may think they can’t enjoy the delicious fall flavor of pumpkin. The great news is that pumpkin is actually quite good for your health, and these pumpkin bars are a great way to get your fall-flavor fix! You will love these Pumpkin Bars. When you serve these you are guaranteed oooh's and ahh's. We used our Diabetic Kitchen Nut Butter Cookie Mix as our base. … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Bars
Slow Cooker: Smokey Collard Greens
Cleaning and trimming collard greens takes the most “difficult” part of this recipe. After that, it’s easy. For years I stayed away from collard greens recipes. Didn’t make them or eat them growing up so why venture into unknown waters! What I found out is that it is easy. Taste great. Good for you. Add a slow cooker and that takes it over the top. My hubby loves them so I … [Read more...] about Slow Cooker: Smokey Collard Greens
Almost Mac ‘n Cheese
Without question this is Vic's favorite side. He wants it with everything! A few weeks ago we were having King Crab and he wanted it. I had to put my foot down and just say no! That does not go together. Can you say sad, very sad face? Don't worry. He didn't have to wait long. The next weekend he smoked a brisket and he got his Almost Mac 'n Cheese. Carter and … [Read more...] about Almost Mac ‘n Cheese
Avocado Dip
This dip is so good you will want to eat it by the spoonfuls. Dip it, thin it for a salad dressing or add it to your chicken salad. GOOD FOR YOU FOODS IN THIS RECIPE: Greek Yogurt - Unsweetened, full fat Greek yogurt is one of the healthiest yogurts that you could add to your diet as a diabetic as it’s very low in sugar and contains a very high amount of protein. Rich in … [Read more...] about Avocado Dip