The glycemic index is a scale out of 100 that ranks foods containing carbohydrate by how much they raise blood sugar levels. There are 3 categories – high, medium or low glycemic index.
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Omelette bites
You can bake these in a regular muffin pan in the oven or you can place the muffin pan in a water bath to make a ‘faux sous vide’. This makes the omelette super smooth and creamy.
Healthier alternatives for diabetes meal planning
Eating healthy is one of the cornerstones of managing diabetes. Despite what many people believe,
Riced cauliflower with quinoa and pomegranate
This is the perfect entertaining side dish. It looks beautiful and you can make it ahead of time.
Carb counting: a meal planning solution that offers flexibility
Carbohydrate counting or “carb counting,” is a meal planning technique for managing blood glucose levels that is based on the premise that carbohydrate-containing foods have the greatest effect on blood glucose compared to foods that contain mainly protein or fat.
Are lemons good for diabetes?
There’s good reason the early explorers used to pack lemons on lengthy voyages to prevent and treat diseases. High in vitamin C, fibre and other nutrients, lemons provide essential health benefits, whether you have diabetes or not. Here’s a look at the health perks of lemons and some inspiration on how to add more of them to your diabetes diet.
