Top 7 Healthy Snacks That Will Not Raise Your Blood Sugar
Today, we are talking about top seven healthy snacks that will not raise your blood sugar and keep you comfortable with peace of mind while you are out and about. If you are looking for snacks on the go while you’re trying to manage your diabetes on a day-to-day basis, listen up.
Have you seen this or experienced a situation before that you are about to leave the house, and you know that you may not have the right snacks or the right foods where you're going? Because you are never sure what options can be available at that place. It could be a neighbour, could be the travel situation. Whatever the situation may be, having healthy blood glucose-friendly snacks by your side is always a wise thing to do. So, you can keep your blood sugar steady during a busy day.
Not sure what to pick? Well, stock up on any of these seven diabetes-friendly snacks next time you're at the grocery store and never have to worry about an unanticipated hunger strike or low-sugar incident.
Now, number one on my list is NUTS.
Nuts are high in protein, fibre, and healthy fats. It makes them a great option as a snack in between meals. Many studies also have shown that eating nuts, such as almonds, can actually decrease insulin levels. It can help manage blood sugar levels and it can reduce even cholesterol levels. Isn't that awesome? Well, here's a caveat when it comes to nuts. Look for raw unsalted or lightly salted nuts. A handful of nuts will curb your appetite and help prevent eating high-carb snacks.
Number two is VEGGIES and HUMMUS.
Think about crisp, crunchy veggies, such as celery, carrot sticks, radishes, or broccoli. They’re delicious when you dip them in creamy hummus. So, why hummus? Well, hummus is made from what? Yes, chickpeas. They’re loaded with what? A lot of fibre and protein. So, veggies and hummus will give you a lot of nutrients; it’s a lot of satiety and blood sugar regulation for conscientious diabetics just like you.
Number three on my list is FRESH FRUIT and CHEESE.
Now, cheese and fruit are a perfect pair for a quick grab-and-go snack. Why? Because the fat in the cheese and the fibre in fresh fruits will slow down the spike in your blood sugar, compared to bread, rice, and cereals that you sometimes enjoy and love. Whether you are out at a picnic or a gas station looking for snacks, you can always find a fruit and cheese plate easily, or you can just pick your own for even better options.
Now, caveat when it comes to fruits. Choose fruits that are on a lower glycemic index when possible, like fresh berries are the best or stone fruits such as nectarines, plums, peaches, and apples. Remember that soft cheeses like mozzarella or goat cheese may spoil quickly, whereas cheddar cheese may be more tolerable to warmer temperatures. Although cheeses and fruits can add up calories, you have to be mindful about the portion sizes, so you can keep your calories down as well.
Number four on my list is VEGGIES and PEANUT BUTTER
If you don’t like hummus and veggies, peanut butter can be a great alternative. You can eat your veggies, such as celery sticks or carrots, and dip them into peanut butter and enjoy that delicious snack. Again, as long as you’re mindful of the portion size, this snack idea will also prevent crazy high blood sugar while you are still enjoying a tasty snack.
Number five on my list is POPCORN.
Popcorn is very portable, and it will stay fresh almost in any weather. It is also a whole grain, known for being low in calories and quite filling. If you are grabbing popcorn to go, do not pack more than a handful because corn is still carbs and it can spike your blood sugar if you consume excessively.
Number six on my list is TUNA SALAD and CUCUMBER or LETTUCE.
Tuna fish is very high in omega-3 acids, and it has been shown to help lower inflammation in your body and improve blood sugar. It is also rich in protein, which makes a great companion with lettuce or cucumber, bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, whatever you like. The fish dip is my favourite appetizer to order every time I go to a fish restaurant. So, you can buy portable tuna salad kits or make some at home at a time and keep them in small cooled containers if you're going around and if you're going for a long distance. If you like mayo or chopped celery, you can add them to your tuna salad as well. You can bump up the protein level even further by adding some yoghurt or cottage cheese instead of mayo if you are trying to go healthier and have more protein.
Number seven on my list is PROTEIN BARS
Protein bars are great if you’re looking for a snack that needs no utensils, no preparation, no air conditioning, no nothing. The problem with that is many commercially available protein bars contain a lot of processed ingredients, and most of them are high in sugar. So, it may not be a bad idea to make your own protein bars. You can use nut butter, protein powder, rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, and some sweeteners if you have a sweet tooth, and you can make your own protein bars. It is better not to buy it if you think it’s too busy or you have no time for it. Look for the least ingredients, and the fewest ingredients, and remember to look for total carbohydrate count, not just sugar content. The reason is that they may lie to you by naming their products as sugar-free or diabetic etc. But if you look at the total carbohydrates, you will not be mistaken, and always look for ingredients that are less than five in total in your protein bar.
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