Diabetes Meal Plans
Low Carb Meal Planning for Type 2 Diabetes & Prediabetes
Diabetes Meal Plans is predominantly a foodie site, but we also like to share important health tips that can help you too. Proper foot care in diabetes is critical! There are multiple complications …
When most people with diabetes consider switching to a lower carb diet, they immediately think about all the delicious comfort foods they’re going to miss – pasta, bread sticks, and most …
Do you always feel the need to snack on chips while watching TV? Have a hard time passing up the candy jar at work? If so, you’re not alone! Sugary, salty, and deep-fried fatty foods …
Why is it that so many things have been used since ancient times yet we’re just beginning to understand the health benefits? It’s called science. Humans are very rational and we need …
While there are various “diets” you could follow, research shows that a low carbohydrate diet works very well to help control blood sugar and A1c levels in type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. …
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/meals as you please using our …
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/meals as you please using our …
Many people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes automatically think that following a gluten-free diet is going to help their blood sugar levels. While it certainly can, unfortunately it’s not …
Keeping a good stock of low carb diabetic items in the pantry is the key to making stress free low carb meals. Even if you only have a few fresh vegetables on hand, your pantry supply means you can …
If you’ve had a type 2 diabetes diagnosis for more than about 5 minutes, you may have come across some misguided nutrition advice stating that you can eat several hundred grams of carbohydrates every …
If there was a magical drink that could help boost metabolism and weight loss, cleanse & detox your liver, stimulate your digestive function, and even improve your skin, would that be the kind of …
There is one thing in nutrition that most experts and organizations agree upon. And that is: fiber is a healthy component of our diet. Still, the power of a high fiber diet is grossly underestimated. …
You may have heard of all these miraculous superfoods for diabetes or prediabetes. But do they really hold some type of magic powers to help “reverse” your condition? Surprisingly yes. …
I bet you’re curious to know what the number one food for a heart healthy diabetic diet is? The food is VEGETABLES, which is really a food group rather than one specific food. We harp on a lot …
If you want to avoid nasty diabetic complications, knowing your A1c levels and getting them down to a healthy range (and keeping them there) is critical. Use the A1c levels charts below to assess your …
Inflammation plays an intricate role in the development of health conditions, including in the development and progression of type 2 diabetes and prediabetes. Inflammation is involved in type 2 …
The best way to manage your blood sugar levels and health with type 2 diabetes is by following a low carb diet. Supplements can lend a helping hand to reduce inflammation in your body, improve …
It seems strange to be able to keep blood sugar levels in control throughout the day and have morning blood sugar high, right? I mean, it doesn’t seem logical. After all, you haven’t eaten …
As a person with type 2 diabetes, now more than ever during Covid-19 it is important to pay attention to your blood sugar levels. Why? According to health reports, people with type 2 diabetes may be …
Coronavirus, otherwise known as Covid-19 – it’s hit the world by storm, causing airlines to stop, major closures of venues and businesses, and forcing us into our homes. And of course …
Reader question: I think my blood sugar is all over the place and I haven’t really been testing it regularly. I need to get better control I think, but when should I check my blood sugar levels …
You may have already heard about the hormone “cortisol” and its relation to stress. When you’re stressed out, your body naturally produces more cortisol. But you’re probably …
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 …
What comes to mind when you hear the world “hemp”? Do you think of the cannabis plant or CBD oil? What is the difference between cannabis, CBD oil, and hemp anyway? Can hemp products get …
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 …
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 …
Can cinnamon lower blood sugar? The short answer is Yes. Studies have shown several benefits of consuming cinnamon including: You can read more about the benefits over here. There are many ways we can …
Chia seeds are one of those foods that’s been proclaimed to be a ‘superfood’. And the topic of chia seeds and diabetes seems to come up frequently with questions such as: These are …
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 …
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 …
Higher blood sugar in the morning is something that surprises many people with type 2 diabetes and prediabetes, especially when you’ve done everything right the day before and you expect your …
Dates and diabetes, have you wondered whether they are safe to eat? Fruit can be a tricky subject when it comes to diabetes. How do you figure out which ones will raise your blood sugar and promote …
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 …
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 …
Think about your favorite recipe cooking in your kitchen. What do you smell? Is it the ginger sizzling in a stir fry? Or maybe garlic roasting in a homemade marinara sauce? Spices give food its …
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 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 …
What are sugar free drinks? Beverages like soda, energy drinks, and sports drinks, are often packed to the brim with added sugar, so any sugar free alternative is automatically healthier…right? Well …
