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, August 17, 2022

BLUEBERRY BREAKFAST SMOOTHIE

Note: This is a meal replacement! Yes, the carbs are high, but blueberries are very healthy. Also, I only count carbs in relation to protein - at least 1/3 as many protein grams and carb grams. This well exceeds that with basically half as many protein grams as carbs.

Remember, cinnamon is a blood sugar stabilizer so make that a generous sprinkle!

1 cup fat-free milk or low-fat soy milk
6-oz fat-free plain yogurt*
2 tbsp walnuts
2 tbsp flaxseed meal
1/2 cup blueberries (or other berries of your choice)
sprinkle of ground cinnamon

Pour the milk into the container of a blender.  Add the yogurt, walnuts, flaxseed, and blueberries.  Sprinkle with the cinnamon.  Blend the mixture for 15 seconds until thick and smooth.

*I recommend diabetics always use Greek yogurt.

1 serving of approximately 385 calories, 45 g carbs, 22 g pro, 6 g fiber, 1 g sat fat, 16 g total fat

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