Diabetes Meal Plans
Low Carb Meal Planning for Type 2 Diabetes & Prediabetes
Here at DMP we’ve been encouraging people to eat a low carb diet since 2015. Back then the American Diabetes Association recommendations suggested people with type 2 diabetes eat 75 grams of …
Beans and legumes are claimed to be a good source of dietary fiber and protein for anyone wanting to follow a low glycemic index diet. And because they are fat-free, they are often touted to be …
For several decades health organizations worldwide have been recommending we eat a low fat diet. And a high carb, low fat diet for diabetes has been the common recommendation of diabetes organisations …
Blood sugar spikes are pretty much a guarantee at some point in time when you have type 2 diabetes. Sometimes they seem to happen out of nowhere and leave you thinking, “did I do something …
When you think about yeast, the concept of bread-making probably comes to mind. But, baker’s yeast isn’t the only kind of yeast out there that has a job to do. Brewer’s yeast (a …
Protein is a much needed nutrient that makes up the structure of your entire body. But when it comes to type 2 diabetes, you may be wondering if you need to alter your protein intake. The short answer …
The relationship between your diet, kidney disease, and type 2 diabetes can be a tricky one to understand since there are so many moving parts. If you’re curious about how your protein and …
If you have diabetes, you may be curious about the signs and symptoms of kidney disease? What tests will your doctor run if they suspect kidney disease? And what treatment options are out there? …
Today’s reader question: My A1c is high and I need help or suggestions to lower it. I’m feeling so frustrated, please help?! Without a doubt, knowing how to reduce A1c is incredibly …
When you Google “baking soda and diabetes” you may find some interesting articles about acidity and its relationship to the pancreas, liver and blood sugar control. While baking soda is a useful …
Every week we deliver inspiration to our members’ inbox on Thursdays 7PM US ET. This will be the menu for the following week, Mon through Thurs (or change days as you please). Your meal plan …
It is very important to keep a rein on blood sugar as best as you can. But one of the things that people often get into a panic about is their morning blood sugar. Shouldn’t it be lower in the …
So you’ve had type 2 diabetes a while but you still can’t determine the diabetic diet basics and what’s best to eat to lower blood sugar and A1c. Or perhaps you’re newly …
Many people are concerned about getting high cholesterol levels on a low carb diet. After all, we’ve all become accustomed to hearing that we should cut down on eating fat to lower cholesterol, not …
Sometimes the best part of a meal isn’t the main course itself, but all the trimmings. Think about a juicy hamburger. It wouldn’t be complete without a fresh slice of tomato, a few rings …
Every week we deliver inspiration to our members’ inbox on Thursdays 7PM US ET. This will be the menu for the following week, Mon through Thurs (or change days as you please). Your meal plan …
Diabetes and potassium share a close relationship. Potassium is needed to assist with insulin secretion and therefore, blood sugar regulation. It’s also closely linked to heart health. …
When people think about ginger, they often think of classics such as a glass of ginger ale or a fresh gingerbread cookie. But ginger is actually a fibrous root, that’s typically pale yellow in color …
Every week we deliver inspiration to our members’ inbox on Thursdays 7PM US ET. This will be the menu for the following week, Mon through Thurs (or change days as you please). Your meal plan …
For diabetes, resveratrol may assist with lowering blood sugar levels, decreasing insulin resistance and boosting heart health. Below we explore the research findings, best types and recommended …
Two things we often talk about here at DMP are carbohydrates and inflammation. Both carbs and inflammation are intimately linked to type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, and your overall health. For …
Here at Diabetes Meal Plans, we have been encouraging people to eat a low carb diet with diabetes, for years. We consider ourselves pioneers in the field, because when we started sharing this …
When you have type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, meal planning can be a challenge, right? When you’re looking around online at all the delicious food pictures and recipes, you can find that many of …
Did you know that insulin and calcium work side-by-side to manage your blood sugar levels all day long? Most people aren’t aware that having either too much or too little calcium in their …
When you think of the term “antioxidants,” what image comes to mind? You might envision a bounty of “superfoods” like dark chocolate, red wine, and fresh blueberries (which …
I apologize up front that this info is long winded – but I am very passionate about this subject. ;) For decades dietary guidelines and health organizations have been recommending we eat a low …
Leg cramps with diabetes – have you suffered those? Ouch!! Muscle cramps can be a huge pain…literally! While these cramps are common enough in the general population, they are even …
Lower Blood Sugar Levels in 21 Days Do You Need To Lower Blood Sugar Levels? Or get yourself on track for 2022? Join our 21 Day Lower Blood Sugar Challenge. Discover how to Eat to Treat Diabetes …
Vitamins and minerals are essential to good health. But when you have prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, you risk being deficient of nutrients. We’re here today to share detailed information about …
Since the inception of our website, we’ve received hundreds of personal questions, many of them asking about a specific blood glucose measurement and how to interpret it. We LOVE this because it means …
As someone with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes maintaining a healthy blood sugar range is paramount for good health. It’s important to be able to interpret your own sugar level to know how to …
When it comes to type 2 diabetes, you may hear lots of things, myths, and stories, one of which is whether diabetes is reversible. With so much conflicting information, that often means, you …
If you’re reading this your levels must be high and you probably want to know: is blood sugar level of 400 dangerous? Yes, blood sugar at 400 mg/dL (22.2 mmol/L) is a cause for concern! Blood …
Did you know that one of the most commonly asked questions we get is how many carbs per day is best for a diabetic to eat? And like many other people you may also be totally confused by that question? …
Garlic is a common spice we’re all familiar with. And it just so happens that garlic and diabetes should be common friends because it provides multiple health benefits and can assist with your …
If you love beer you’ll appreciate how wonderful it is to crack a bottle open on a hot summer day. But beer and diabetes, is it safe to drink? Great question! Let’s explore the answer, along with …
Metformin is one of the most commonly prescribed medications for type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. That means it’s also one of the topics we frequently receive questions about. Here we’ve …
Statins are often prescribed to people with diabetes and prediabetes with the goal to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke events, or to prevent death from cardiovascular disease. In fact, since …
You may have come across the term ‘diabetic dyslipidemia’ at the doctor’s office or when browsing the web. Diabetic dyslipidemia is a term that refers to alteration of blood lipids, or in other words, …
There are quite a number of myths and quite a lot of controversy surrounding the issue of cholesterol. Some say it’s the cause of one of our deadliest conditions in the world–heart disease. …
