Why Carb Counting is Important

Why Carb Counting is Important

No matter what type of diabetes you are contending with, it is well worth the effort to learn how to carb count. As a certified diabetes educator and registered dietitian (RD) I routinely encourage my clients with diabetes to choose their carbs wisely and limit them...
Lemonade

Lemonade

Ingredients: 7.5 ounces 100% pure lemon juice from concentrate* or fresh-squeezed lemons 3/4 cup measurable sweetener or 18 packets 4 cups cold water Ice cubes Directions: *Such as Minute Maid Premium Lemon juice (frozen), 100% Pure Lemon Juice from Concentrate Mix...
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients: 1/2 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup granulated sugar substitute 1/3 cup peanut butter 1/3 cup 2 percent milk 1/4 cup soft margarine 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup whole wheat flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/3 cup chocolate chips 1/4 cup...
Three Bean Soup

Three Bean Soup

3 cups water 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes*, not drained 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (15 ounces) black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed 1 (15 ounces) garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste* 1 tablespoon Dijon...
Nacho Popcorn

Nacho Popcorn

Ingredients: 4 quarts air-popped corn Refrigerated butter-flavored cooking spray 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 300-degrees....