Dried fruit is fruit that has had almost all of its water content removed. The fruit shrinks during the drying process, making it much more calorie- and carbohydrate-dense than fresh or canned fruit.
Nutrition Planning
Back to school: packing lunches and snacks for kids with diabetes
Packing school lunches for kids with diabetes requires some special considerations, but it doesn’t have to be stressful.
Top 10 diabetes-friendly crackers in Canada
Crackers are a quick and easy snack and there are plenty of options in various shapes, sizes and flavours. While crackers can be part of your diabetes diet, there are a few things to consider when you’re shopping for them.
How to read Nutrition Facts labels
In Canada, all packaged foods must contain a Nutrition Facts table. You’ve probably seen them on your food purchases, but have you ever thought about the wealth of information they contain?
Dietitians: An important part of your diabetes healthcare team
It is natural to have questions about what food to eat when you are first diagnosed with diabetes because an essential part of managing diabetes is food. Learn more about the importance of a dietitian for those with diabetes here.
What are my best sushi options with diabetes?
Oh sushi, that delicious combination of fresh seafood, vegetables—and carb-heavy rice! But don’t let the carbs deter you from enjoying sushi when you have diabetes.
