Low Carb Snacks
Diabetic Living listed a few low carb snacks for those like us – diabetics – so I thought I would list it out and share it with you too and my concerns.
Yogurt is one of them – we all know yogurt is great – but make sure you check how much sugar is in it before eating. I used to eat Yogurt from Tim Hortons – not realizing that there is like loads of sugar in it – sure it was like very little calories – but being a diabetic – i know eat 1/3 of it each time instead of a full cup.
Oranges – If you’re hungry for a snack, grab one small orange and get a juicy dose of vitamin C as well as fiber, which helps keep blood glucose under control. You can’t go wrong with oranges eh?
Frozen Fruit Bar – Next time those hunger pangs hit, pick a frozen sugar-free fruit bar–it will treat your sweet tooth and might also have extra vitamin C.
Graham Crackers – They’re not just for kids! Graham crackers are convenient, portable, and offer that oh-so appealing crunch. Grab three graham cracker squares to get 15-20 g of carbs.
Bread with Peanut Butter – When you need a more filling snack, spread one slice of whole wheat bread with 1 tablespoon of peanut butter. It’s a hearty treat that’s packed with protein and has heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. This one i love and easily available for anyone.
Popcorns – If you have a hankering for a crunchy snack, skip the chips and grab 3 cups of light popcorn (no salt, no butter). Plus, popcorn is easy to grab on the go and full of fiber.
Apple – you can’t go wrong with apple right..?? Apples come in so many varieties, it’s easy to find the perfect flavor. Choose one small apple at snack time for a serving of fruit that’s also a good source of soluble and insoluble fiber, which helps prevent cholesterol buildup.
To be con’td —
August 28th, 2010 at 4:24 am
Recently, I found out that I was allergic to yeast! Thus I cannot eat sugar, bread, cake, and anything that contains yeast or sugar. It is so depressing! I love my bread!!!! It’s the easiest thing to eat in the whole wide world!