Try my favorite hummus recipe. Marlene Koch’s Healthy Hummus is easy, economical, and delicious! It doesn’t have the extra added fat found in many store bought versions. I admit, the tahini is expensive, but a jar lasts a long time. This recipe is pure goodness. Olive oil provides healthy, non-saturated fat; sesame seeds are rich in omega-3; garlic and lemon provide phyto-nutrients, and garbanzo beans (chickpeas) are rich in fiber and protein. Hummus is a versatile and delicious way to add more protective nutrients to your diet. Get creative with the vegetables you use to dip. I've used … [Read more...]
Diabetes Nutrition Myths
As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who specializes in diabetes, I often hear, "I know what I'm supposed to do, but I just don't do it." I then discover people think that what they are “supposed to do” includes these diabetes nutrition myths: not eating carbohydrates (carbs) or anything white (bread, potatoes, rice, and pasta) not eating any sweets eating six times a day eating on a schedule following a rigid diet that does not include their favorite foods They then profess their love of potatoes, explain they are too busy to eat at set times, and it is just too hard to … [Read more...]
Salmon, Asparagus, and Orzo with Lemon-Dill Dressing Recipe
Last night Bob and I were eating what we believe is the best salmon recipe I've ever made. If you like salmon, I bet you will like it too. I've served it to company over and over (as long as they like salmon), and always with rave reviews. Here's what I love, (besides the flavor): It's not fussy, meaning you don't really need to measure the vegetables, or get the timing exact. The veggies can cool down some while you broil the salmon. I've also cooked the salmon in a skillet. You can serve the dish immediately after cooking, or wait a little and its just as scrumptious. It is … [Read more...]
Is Keto-Friendly Good for People with Diabetes?
Here’s more on Keto-Friendly Foods and Keto-Friendly Food Labels for People with Diabetes. Are you wondering if a keto-friendly diet and those packages with labels that say “keto-friendly” are good for people with diabetes? A man I met was just diagnosed with diabetes. His neighbor said he should eat “keto-friendly” foods. He wondered if it was good advice. I was a little stumped. The first thought that jumped in to my head was “this is marketing”. The next thought was “What foods was he talking about?” I didn’t have enough information to answer. Tricky terms and claims on the … [Read more...]
