The Canadian Diabetes Association clinical practice guidelines recommend that, when consuming fats, people with diabetes should choose those that are rich in monounsaturated fatty acids (for example, canola oil or olive oil) instead of saturated or trans fats.
Diabetes Diet
Simple tips to make your pizza healthier
Who doesn’t love a delicious pizza once in a while. But with diabetes, the kind of pizza you eat can make all the difference in preventing a blood sugar spike and subsequent crash that will leave you regretting your meal choice.
You can eat very well using the plate method
Learn how to use the plate method to make meal planning with diabetes easy and help loved ones reach their blood glucose level targets.
High-fibre menu plan
Incorporating fibre into your meal plan is a good idea, as it can help regulate your blood sugar levels and make you feel fuller longer after a meal. It can also lower your risk of heart disease and other chronic conditions. Read on to learn about healthy meal choices you can make with a weekly high-fibre menu plan.
Healthier alternatives for pasta lovers
Pasta is one of the most popular foods in Canada. It is a versatile, inexpensive and quick-to-prepare option. Whether served cold as a pasta salad, or as a steaming bowl of noodles with your preferred sauce, pasta is a staple in most homes.
Baking substitutions for diabetes
As mentioned in our article ‘Desserts and diabetes’, most people with diabetes are able to eat cake. Following a few important guidelines can make this occasional treat less likely to spike blood sugar levels.
