Diabetic Recipes

The sweet taste of sugar is hard to resist, but eating too much of this confectionary staple can lead to tooth decay, obesity and adult-onset diabetes. Sugar substitutes have fewer calories and...

Take a great, low- or no-sugar donut recipe and coat it with a sugar-free vanilla glaze for a low-sugar treat. The range of low-calorie sweeteners available makes this possible. Opt to make a...

Eggnog is a favorite drink at Christmas time, but if you’re watching your weight or if you’re diabetic, you may not be able to indulge. Well, this sugar free eggnog recipe will be perfect for you...

Honey vinegar is a home remedy that has been used to treat everything from the common cold and asthma to lowering cholesterol and helping battle obesity. If mixed properly together, honey sweetens...

The body's main source of fuel is glucose (blood sugar). If you have diabetes, your body has trouble transferring glucose from the blood to the cells, where it is needed for energy and growth....

Eating a healthy, balanced diet is a major key to a harmonious and happy lifestyle. Everyone loves to indulge in sweet desserts, however, even if we are on diets to lose weight. A perennial...

Finding just the right treat can be tricky, especially when you are a diabetic. Diabetic or not, you first need to decide what you are in the mood for--salty or sweet, crunchy or chewy? Once you...

Aloe vera is a widely cultivated cactus-like plant that is a member of the lily family. Aloe vera juice is made by mixing concentrated gel from the plant with water, flavorings, or juices from...

There are no one-size-fits all diabetic diet plans. A plan that is best for one diabetic may not be the best for another because of differences in diabetes type and nutritional needs. The overall...

These are the things you need to know but your doctor won't tell you in order to prepare for an oral glucose tolerance test. The glucose tolerance test is used to test for diabetes and insulin...

Only three ingredients! Absolutely love caramel apples but need a protein for your fruit? This will be your new favorite! Not only is it low cal and virtually sugar free, but diabetics will be...

If you like pancakes and I know that you do, you're going to love this healthy recipe. You can eat as many of these as you want and you won't have to feel guilty.

Sugar and flour give your body quick energy. If this energy is not used immediately, it becomes stored as fat. If you cut down on sugar and flour, you are more likely to lose weight. If you are...

Eating a healthful diet is essential to managing your diabetes. It should be one that's high in fiber and low in fat. A diet that includes plenty of whole grains, leafy vegetables, fruits, nuts...

Glycemic diet food refers to low-glycemic food. Using the glycemic index (GI), those on a low-glycemic diet (generally diabetics) consume foods that do not cause rapid rises in blood sugar levels....

Having diabetes is not easy. If you are diabetic, you must control your diet if you are to maintain a good quality of life and remain free of blood-sugar and other problems. Fruits and vegetables...

Fiber is one of nature’s miracle foods. Added to your diet, it can help lower cholesterol, and can be an important aid to weight loss. A meal high in fiber will help you feel fuller sooner and...

Delicious warm and sizzling fruit pizza, oozing succulent sweetness……. Is your mouth watering yet? Serve this easy Low Sugar Apple Crumble Pizza for your next brunch or for a light supper dessert.

The holidays are coming. Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, Fourth of July -- it doesn't matter. There's going to be lots of food and, because you're diabetic or on a strict diet, you think you...

Autumn and apples are a boon from Mother Nature’s bountiful generosity, and this warm, buttery and cheesy apple concoction can only add to the spirit of the season. Consider making Momose’s Low...

By introducing a diet of lean meats and vitamin-rich fruits and vegetables, people with diabetes can lower their risk of heart disease and the many complications that plague diabetics with poor...

Nopal Salad is a traditional Mexican salad usually eaten with carne asada and corn tortillas. Use the corn tortillas to make a carne asada taco and add the nopal salad on top . . . yummy

Skin cancer, in all its types, have plagued my family, so I have become a real detective in researching the best natural foods to eat (also inexpensive) that not only are good for reducing chances...

A diabetic can eat many different types of fruits in moderation. Fruit provides vitamins, fiber and good nutrition to the body. When you monitor your blood sugar, it is important to know which...

If you are like me you have a lot of tomatoes and peppers in your garden in the summer and fall and are looking for a creative way to eat them. This salad is tasty with chicken, beef or pork. I...

Have a sweet tooth like I do? Most of us do, and it is difficult not to pick up sweets. How many times do we tell ourselves I'm not going to eat anymore junk food, only to fall back into the trap.

How to make a baked sweet potatoes it is very easy, and you can add some healthy great tasting seasonings to give it more pizzazz

Finding sugar-free chocolate may be a chore that needs to be done to stay healthy and lose weight, or it may be a necessity for sweet-toothed diabetics. Luckily, with the current upswing in...

For those with diabetes, it is often essential to eat a snack at night in order to prevent blood sugar from dropping dangerously low while you sleep. Stabilizing blood sugar before bed with a...

Anyone that enjoys the taste of fresh zucchini or yellow squash from the local store or farmer's market in the summer also craves for that taste in the winter. Here's how to freeze the squash for...

Starting your morning out on the right foot is critical. If you are like me I need to caffeinate. But, there are times when I am just over the whole coffee thing. It is times like this when I...

I am going to show you how to make a Vegan Berry Smoothie With Silken Tofu and Stevia. It has a ton of protein and we have cut out any added sugar. Coconut milk adds an exotic twist to this...

To get the most out of everyday, your first meal of the day needs to be well balanced. Instead of doing anything too drastic, adding or changing a few things could take your favorite breakfast and...

Often difficult to find and expensive to purchase, diabetic snack bars provide a portable source of energy without affecting blood sugar. By using fiber filled fruit and whole grains, homemade...

If you've been diagnosed with sugar diabetes, you need to take care of your health by making good choices about what you eat. Choosing the right foods will help you to control your blood sugar and...

You may have been trying to eat healthier by including more salads in your diet. One downfall of keeping salads low-fat and low-calorie is the dressing. A way to have a fat-free, low-calorie...

Diabetics can still enjoy desserts, but some recipe modifications might be necessary to convert a traditional cookie recipe to one which is safe for those with diabetes. Most notably, these...

The Glycemic Index is a classification system that indicates how fast a food raises blood sugar levels. A number between zero and 100 is assigned to each food on the index. The higher the number,...

Diabetics have a challenge of finding foods that are high in energy and have a low glycemic index (GI) value. The perfect energy foods for diabetics are ones that have low GI values, since it...

Living with diabetes is hard enough as it is, but don't let it stop you from enjoying wonderful food. If you eat healthy and use your imagination, you can come up with so many snack ideas that...

Do you find it difficult to remember the amount of sugar substitute to use for your favorite recipe? Is it 1 cup or 1/2 cup? Getting the correct amount of sugar substitute can make a big...

Diabetic cooking involves the ratio of carbs to protein in each dish and course. By including items that are low in carbohydrates, a meal can be prepared for two that is both healthy and...

In Italy grilled eggplant is a staple in the summertime. This recipe is great because you can make it ahead of time. The longer it sits together, the better it tastes. I think almost everybody...

Whether suggested by your doctor as a preventive measure or as a treatment for existing diabetes or symptoms, switching to a diet of low glycemic foods is not as hard as it may seem. There is a...

Agave nectar is simply a natural sweetener that is extracted from agave plants. There are so many uses for this delicious sweetener. Try some and let me know what you think!

This is a easy recipe to assemble, from the time of start to finish it takes a little over 30 minutes to put on the table. You can serve this with a side salad-cole slaw or just the casserole as...

Diabetics often struggle with craving tempting treats. However, they may still enjoy some desserts if they change some ingredients or choose desserts that focus on fresh fruit versus sugary syrups.

As more people discover the dangers of chemical-laden artificial sweeteners, natural sweeteners are growing in popularity. Stevia is a wonderful natural sugar alternative. While stevia has been...