Everyone gets a case of the munchies from time to time. And as a diabetic, regular meals and snacks are a must! This being said, you do need to snack wisely. Choose the wrong snacks and it could send your blood sugar levels soaring.

So, which snacks are best? Let’s look at four smart snacks for you to consider.

Peanut Butter And Ezekiel Bread

This snack will take you back to when you were a kid! Smear some peanut butter on toasted Ezekiel bread and you’ll be in heaven. It has all you need – a small dose of protein, healthy fats, and high-fiber carbohydrates. Perfect for those needing energy.

Greek Yogurt With Berries And Nuts

Another well-balanced snack to include in your day is some Greek yogurt with a few berries and nuts on top. Almonds, pecans, walnuts – they all work great. The nuts will add the healthy fat component and slow the blood glucose response. The berries pack in antioxidants and fiber. Finally, the Greek yogurt gives you a hearty dose of protein to top everything off.

Tuna With Avocado

Start making use of avocados. This delicious fruit is rich in fat, low in sugar, and high in fiber. Consider it the picture-perfect diabetic food. Best of all, it’ll supply you with a hearty dose of vitamin E, which will keep your skin, hair, and nails looking their best.

Combine some mashed avocado with canned tuna for a punch of protein, and then add in whatever diced vegetables you desire. It’s a great on-the-go snack that will help you fuel your body well.

Homemade Protein Smoothies

Most protein smoothies/shakes are not ideal for diabetics because they contain far too much sugar to be considered healthy. However, if you make your own protein smoothie, it can fit the bill wonderfully.

The trick is using the right mix of ingredients. Try one scoop of whey protein powder mixed with one cup of frozen berries, one cup of unsweetened coconut milk, and one tablespoon of almond butter or peanut butter – your choice.

Blend this up with some ice and serve.

So, there you have four delicious snacks that will serve any diabetic well. Next time you’re hungry, try any one of these.

To health and healing,

Health Awareness