Snack Savvy: 14 Diabetic Snack Ideas

By Marsha McCulloch, R.D., L.D.

Get tips on when to snack and must-have ideas for pairing a complex-carbohydrate choice with a protein-packed food for the perfect diabetic snack that's a cinch to whip together. Plus, print your own Snack Attack Card Pack to keep on hand on slide 17!

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Choosing the Right Snacks for Your Diabetic Diet

Thanks to newer diabetes medications that don't provoke low blood glucose, snacking is often a matter of preference. Although snacks can help control hunger, they can also lead to excess calorie intake. When you do choose a snack, make it nutritious using the ideas shown here. If you'd like to cut extra calories but you snack to avoid frequent lows due to certain diabetes pills (sulfonylureas and meglitinides) or insulin, talk with your provider about adjusting your medication regimen.

Next: Satisfying Snacking Tips

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