To allow room for sweets as part of a meal, you have two options: Replace some of the carbohydrates in your meal with a sweet. Swap a high-carb-containing food in your meal for something with fewer carbohydrates and replace the remaining carbohydrates in your meal plan with a sweet.
Unsweetened applesauce and dates provide all the sweetness you crave, as well as fiber, which helps slow glucose absorption to minimize spikes. The star of the show is black beans, which provide even more fiber and a little protein. Use dark chocolate chips or stevia-sweetened chips to keep the added sugars low.
There's a myth about chocolate and diabetes. But you can eat chocolate, just in moderation and not too often. Try not to eat a lot in one go as it affects your blood sugar levels. If you snack on chocolate regularly it may start to increase your cholesterol levels and make it more difficult to manage your weight.
Can people with diabetes eat cakes? Yes, you can. Just think about your portion sizes and how often you have them – you could also try eating your desserts with some fruit, such as berries, to make them more filling and nutritious.
While there are some extra things to consider, ice cream can be included in a healthy meal pattern even if you have diabetes. It's best to eat ice cream in moderation and to choose an option with lower saturated fat, lower carbs and no or low added sugar.
Try these ideas to satisfy your sweet tooth: Sliced strawberries with low-sugar Greek yogurt and chopped nuts. Chia pudding (made with cow's milk or a milk alternative) topped with blueberries. Dark chocolate-covered frozen banana bites.
Diabetics should avoid coke or any soft drinks as much as possible. Coke Zero is sugar-free. However, the sugar substitutes it contains may not necessarily be a healthier option for people looking to reduce their blood sugar levels.
Potato Chips: Potato chips are often made with sugar and corn syrup, so they're not ideal for diabetics. But if you must have them, check the ingredients list to find options that use no sugar or corn syrup. Tortilla Chips: Tortilla chips are usually made from corn, but some brands also contain wheat flour.
Generally speaking, yes, it's OK to eat honey if you have diabetes. But you should consume it in moderation. Although honey has a lower glycemic index (GI) than table sugar, it still contains sugar. And any type of sugar will raise your blood glucose levels.
People with type 2 diabetes should limit or avoid high-fat cuts of meat, such as regular ground beef, bologna, hot dogs, sausage, bacon, and ribs, because like full-fat dairy, they're high in saturated fats, explains Kimberlain.
Fiber-rich foods promote weight loss and lower the risk of diabetes. Eat a variety of healthy, fiber-rich foods, which include: Fruits, such as tomatoes, peppers and fruit from trees. Nonstarchy vegetables, such as leafy greens, broccoli and cauliflower.
Hunger masquerading as a chocolate craving means you need a snack that will satisfy and keep you fuller longer. Reach for something high in protein, which takes longer than other nutrients to digest: Greek yogurt, beef jerky, hard-boiled eggs, peanut butter, tuna, cottage cheese, protein bars.
Fruits that are low in sugar include strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, kiwi, grapefruit, watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and peaches. These fruits are low in sugar and rich in essential nutrients and dietary fiber.
