Healthy Eating Blog

From the flood of fun-sized candies on Halloween to the candy hearts on Valentine’s Day, and all the holiday feasts in between, winter can be a minefield of food temptations. If you’ve recently been diagnosed with diabetes, you may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and uncertain about how to manage your diabetes during the holidays. To provide a little guidance, we've asked diabetes and nutrition experts to share their top tips for staying on track this holiday season without sacrificing holiday cheer!

Stumped on what to cook for Thanksgiving? We've got you covered! This all-in-one handbook has everything you need to prepare a diabetes-friendly Thanksgiving feast on a budget, including recipes, a grocery list, a game-plan, tips for building a healthier Thanksgiving plate, and ideas for leftovers. Our healthier Thanksgiving has one-third the calories, carbs, and fat of a traditional Thanksgiving meal, and at less than $10 a serving, it's easy on your budget, too.

Looking for a way to eliminate difficulty, time, and cleanup from dinnertime? May we suggest the venerable one-pot dish. These simple, savory recipes eliminate extra pans and techniques by relying on low-and-slow cooking, technology (hello, Instant Pot!), or just the right combination of savory ingredients to deliver hearty meals with minimal fuss. Not only are these recipes perfect for any skill level, but they are also often budget friendly. Check out these diabetes-friendly one-pot dishes for your own inspiration.