Carb Counting

Summer Cook-Out for Diabetics

Do summer cook-outs and picnics have your worried about making good food choices? Not to fear! Where there is a grill, there is a way. Stick to high-protein, low carb opinions, like hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie burgers, or chicken (without the bun), and pile on the veggies and fresh fruit. Just be weary of sauces […]

Diabetic Easter Basket

Easter is almost here! Need some ideas for diabetic-friends treats? Alana says choose low-carb snacks for the car, office or school, and steer clear of the sugar-free candy options. Watch for more great options!

Three Low-Carb Meal Swaps

Alana has a few suggestions for substituting lower-carb options into your weekly mean planning. Love mashed potatoes, sandwiches on bread, and pasta? Give these three lower-carb alternatives a try!

Fruit or No Fruit

Should diabetics avoid fruit? Alana spoke with a nutritionist and she concluded that diabetics can say yes to fruit, especially lower-carb fruits. Watch for tips on which fruit to reach for.

Packing Lunch

To pack or not to pack, that is the question. Alana says– PACK YOUR LUNCH!! Every day! And pack something similar every day. If you know how many carbs you are eating and how your body responds to those carbs, you will avoid a miserable, groggy, carb-overloaded afternoon.

Ordering Low-Carb Coffee Drink

Crave a Pumpkin Spice Latte like Alana? But don’t want the high-blood sugar you get from it? Try Alana’s suggestion for customizing your own sweet treat that is low-sugar and low-carb. Happy fall!

Weekly Meal Planning

Do you want to stick to a low-carb, healthy, diabetic-friendly diet? But don’t have the time it takes to plan and prepare? Alana keeps it simple. She says it all starts with the Protein! Proteins are low-carb and keep you satisfied. So pick your protein for the week– lean chicken, pork, beef, tofu. Buy a lot (a weeks […]

Smart Snacking

Alana shares a few tips for diabetes-smart snack options. She focuses on portion control and making high protein, low-carb choices.

Being Prepared to Treat Low Blood Sugar

You should always travel with your glucometer, but when there is risk of low blood sugar, you don’t want to leave home without being prepared. Rhodes recommends always carrying glucose tablets for quick-acting carbs, and a snack to help keep your blood sugar at a safe level. He opts for a granola bar with 18 […]