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9 Low Glycemic Index Meal Ideas for Diabetic-Friendly Eating

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Dany Goldraij

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Mar 16, 2023, 1:40:55 AM3/16/23
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Meal planning for diabetes can be daunting, but there are plenty of delicious and nutritious meal ideas that have a low glycemic index. Here are nine low-glycemic meals that are diabetic-friendly:

1. Oatmeal: Oatmeal is a whole grain and a great source of fiber, making it a healthy choice for people with diabetes.
2. Vegetarian Chili: Chili is an easy-to-make meal that’s packed with slow-digesting carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
3. Pumpkin Spice Smoothie Bowl: Smoothie bowls are filling meals with an ideal combination of carbs and protein to help balance blood sugar levels throughout the day when eaten as part of a balanced breakfast or snack.
4. Quinoa with Sautéed Vegetables: This quinoa dish is low in carbohydrates but high in fiber and other essential nutrients like magnesium and potassium that are necessary for proper kidney function and can also help to regulate blood sugar levels.
5. Spinach Salad with Berries & Walnuts: Leafy greens like spinach are nutrient-dense, low in calories, and contain important antioxidants like vitamin C and beta carotene to help maintain optimal health for people with diabetes or prediabetes.
6. Lentil Soup: This soup is full of complex carbohydrates from lentils, making it an excellent option for diabetics who need healthier carb choices to stay energized throughout the day without worrying about extreme spikes in their blood glucose levels afterward.
7. Grilled Fish & Veggies: Fish such as salmon or trout contains omega-3 fatty acids that can help lower triglyceride levels while also providing lean protein which neither raises nor lowers blood sugar levels when eaten as part of a balanced carbohydrate diet.
8. Steamed Edamame & Brown Rice: Edamame beans offer concentrated amounts of plant-based proteins and slow-digesting carbs that help keep energy levels stable, while the brown rice adds another layer of complex carbs to keep blood sugar levels under control after consuming the meal.
9. GF Baked Omelette w/ Veges & Cheese: Eggs provide nutritive benefits like healthy fats, antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids – all low GI helping you feel fuller longer so you do not get hungry soon after eating it

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