WELCOME TO DIABETIC ENJOYING FOOD

I have chosen this name for this blog because it truly states my story. I am a type II diabetic who most certainly enjoys food. When I was diagnosed with diabetes several years ago, my blood sugar level was over 400. With some oral medications, a lot of research and some trial and error, I have found that unlike my ancestors I truly can continue to enjoy food. I hope this blog will help you to also enjoy food and be healthy. Some recipes are my originals and some I have collected. Everyone reacts different to various foods. Check your blood sugar readings so you will know whether or not a recipe works for you! And feel free to take a recipe and adjust it to suit your needs.

Wednesday, January 3, 2018

HOMEMADE HAWAIIAN PUNCH

This is a great recipe to use when you need/want a low-sugar festive drink for children or diabetics.

2 cups light cranberry juice (I recommend Ocean Spray Lightstyle)
1 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup unsweetened pineapple juice*
2 tbsp Splenda Granular (or 3 packets)
1 cup cold water
Fresh orange wedges to garnish glasses, if desired, or fresh orange slices to float in punch bowl.

Mix all the juices, Splenda, and water in a large pitcher or a punch bowl. Stir well to combine.
May be served in 8-oz glasses over ice or in punch cups for festive occasions. Garnish with oranges as described, if using.

Yield: 6 servings
Per serving: 45 calories, 11 g carbs, 1 g protein

Diabetic Exchange: 1 fruit
Weight Watchers Point: 1

 My idea for this recipe came from a Splenda cookbook. The photo is just a file photo.





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