What is the first question after a diagnosis of diabetes? Most often, it's, "What do I eat now?" Whether you are new to diabetes or ready to take control now, the team at Diabetic Living put together a solid resource to help you make the best food and health decisions, from what to put in your grocery cart to top foods to order at restaurants. This full-color mega magazine also includes new recipes, tips for portion control, and how to get the most flavor and fullness out of your meals. A diagnosis of diabetes can be scary, but knowing what to eat will help you thrive and move on with life.
Editor’s Letter
Diabetic Living
6 Keys to Eating Healthfully for Life • Good news: Healthy eating for people with diabetes isn’t so different from healthy eating for everyone else. It doesn’t have to involve boring meals or special diets. You don’t have to eat anything you don’t like, and you can include the foods you love (we promise!). Plus everyone in your family can enjoy the same meals. Just keep these six guidelines in mind, and you’ll be well on your way to eating healthy for life.
Build Your Care Team • Having a diverse team of supportive experts can help you personalize your care, troubleshoot challenges, and get the support you need. Here’s who can help.
Power Start • Kick off your day the right way with these satisfying and nutritious breakfasts.
Mastering Heat • Brush up on these eight basic cooking techniques and you’ll be able to get dinner on the table no matter what you have in your fridge.
Salt Swap • Shake up how you season your food! These recipes use herbs, spices, and citrus to add tons of flavor without adding extra sodium.
Plate Method Meals • Tired of counting carbs? There’s an easy alternative: the plate method. One simple formula can help you put together delicious and carb-smart meals, no measuring or counting required.
Fantastic Fish • Fatty fish like salmon, trout, anchovies, and sardines are chock-full of heart-healthy unsaturated fats and omega-3 fatty acids. Work this nutritious seafood into your meal plan with these delicious recipes.
Get Saucy • What’s the best way to jazz up an ordinary meal? Add a sauce! These easy recipes just need a quick pulse in a blender or food processor and can be used to dress up chicken, fish, meat, and veggies.
Rice Is Nice • Whether you choose brown, wild, or a veggie variety, rice is the perfect building block for a variety of nutritious meals.
Air Fryer Love • These multipurpose countertop tools can bake, broil, grill, and roast, all with very little cooking oil. Here’s how to put yours to work.
Mix It Up • Store-bought snack mixes are often full of added salt and sugar. We prefer to get creative instead! This formula for popcorn snack mix works with a range of ingredients and keeps each snack portion to fewer than 150 calories and 20 grams of carbs.
Veggie Forward • Aiming for a meatless meal one or two days a week can help both your health and your wallet. We love these satisfying, protein-packed veggie mains.
Sweet & Dandy • Dessert doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing thing. Treat yourself every once in a while with these delightful carb-smart sweets.
Prep for Your Week • Busy days ahead? Follow this three-day meal plan. We’ll walk you through how to prep for your meals in advance to make these nutritious dishes come together quickly.
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Know Your Numbers • Having numbers to aim for can help you better manage your diabetes—in both the short and long term. Talk with your health care team about the right targets for you.
