Question by MOM OF ONE: what is a good meal for a diabetic?
I have a friend who is diabetic, any ideas for a good healthy meal?

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Answer by MrsSzaps
Marinated Grilled Chicken
Adapted from The Buffet Book by Carole Peck with Carolyn Hart Bryant (Viking)

(makes 12 servings)

2 whole fresh chickens, 2 1/2 pounds (1,200 g ) each, cut into 6 pieces
6 cloves garlic, mashed
1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt (optional)freshly ground pepperpaprika
1 small onion, 4 ounces (120 g), cut in half and very thinly sliced
1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon (5 ml) grated orange zest
1/3 cup (9 g) minced flat-leaf parsley
3 tablespoons (45 ml) olive oil

Trim away any visible fat from the chicken; remove and discard the skin. Rinse the chicken and pat dry with paper towels. Place the chicken pieces in a nonreactive baking pan, sprinkle with the garlic, and toss to coat. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and a generous sprinkling of paprika.
Top with the onions.
Drizzle the orange juice over the chicken and sprinkle on the zest. Add the parsley and toss again. Drizzle with olive oil and again toss to coat the chicken.
Cover and refrigerate the chicken overnight or for up to 24 hours.
Light a grill or preheat the broiler. Grill or broil the chicken for about 12 minutes per side, turning once, until juices run clear when the chicken flesh is pierced with the tip of a sharp knife.
Serve the chicken hot off the grill or grill ahead and serve the chicken cold.
Per serving: 119 calories (53% calories from fat), 13 g protein, 7 g total fat (1.8 g saturated fat), trace carbohydrate, 0 dietary fiber, 42 mg cholesterol, 45 mg sodium
Diabetic exchanges: 2 lean protein (meat)

Note: For a chicken dish like this, it pays to spend the extra money for free-range or natural chickens. The taste is incomparable to commercially raised chickens.

Low-Fat Old-Fashioned Potato Salad
(makes 8 servings)

2 pounds (960 g) Yukon Gold or red potatoes, cut into 1-inch (5 cm) chunks
2 tablespoons (30 ml) fat-free sour cream
1 tablespoon (15 ml) white wine vinegar
3/4 cup (90 g) thinly sliced celery
1/4 cup (40 g) minced red onion
1/4 cup (39 g) minced dill pickle
1/4 cup (56 g) reduced-fat mayonnaise
1/4 cup (57 g) nonfat plain yogurt
2 teaspoons (10 ml) Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) salt (optional)
freshly ground pepper
1 hard-cooked egg, sliced (optional)chopped fresh dill or flat-leaf parsley for garnish (optional)

Cook the potatoes in a large pot of boiling water for about 6 to 8 minutes, until tender. Drain well and transfer to a large bowl.
Add the sour cream and vinegar to the potatoes; stir to coat evenly. Add the red onion, celery, and chopped dill pickle.
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, yogurt, mustard, salt (if using) and pepper to taste.
Pour over potatoes and gently stir to evenly coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 8 hours.
Serve cold, garnishing just before serving with the sliced hard-cooked egg and chopped dill (if using).
Per serving: 129 calories (19% calories from fat), 3 g protein, 3 g total fat (0.6 g saturated fat), 23 g carbohydrate, 2 g dietary fiber, 3 mg cholesterol, 177 mg sodium
Diabetic exchanges: 1 1/2 carbohydrate (1 1/2 bread/starch)
Crunchy Summer Vegetable Salad
(makes 12 servings)

2 1/2 cups (415 g) fresh corn kernels, about 5 medium ears
2 cups (320 g) fresh or frozen peas
8 ounces (240 g) jicama, peeled and julienned
8 ounces (240 g) fresh cauliflower florets, trimmed and thinly sliced
1 large red bell pepper, 8 ounces (240 g), seeded and julienned
1/2 pound (240 g) fresh bean sprouts
Dressing:
2 shallots, minced
2 tablespoons (30 ml) white wine or champagne vinegar
3 tablespoons (45 ml) grapeseed or canola oil
1/4 cup (12 g) snipped fresh chives
salt (optional) and freshly ground pepper to taste

In separate pots of boiling water, blanch corn and the peas for 2 minutes, drain well, and place in a large bowl.
Add the jicama, cauliflower, red bell pepper, and bean sprouts. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Just before serving, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Pour over the vegetables and toss. Serve at once.
Per serving: 102 calories (33% calories from fat), 4 g protein, 4 g total fat (0.4 g saturated fat), 15 g carbohydrate, 4 g dietary fiber, 0 cholesterol, 14 mg sodium
Diabetic exchanges: 1 carbohydrate (1 bread/starch), 1/2 fat

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Question by blue: What is a good borderline diabetic diet to follow? Need specific food items to chose from=thanks!?

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Answer by syl c.
When trying to maintain a whole foods diet, eating out and convenience foods are usually ruled out. That means it is time for you to get in front of a stove. Some good choices for breakfast are quick cooking oats(not the kind in the envelope, the kind in the canister), high fiber cereal with skim or soy milk or an egg white omelet. Some lunch ideas are a turkey bacon BLT with light mayo on whole grain bread, tuna salad with whole grain crackers, or minestrone soup and a garden salad with grilled chicken. For dinner you can try recipes like broiled fish over brown rice with steamed veggies, bell peppers stuffed with chopped veggies, chopped chicken and low-fat cheese or veggie pizza on a thin, whole-wheat crust. Now at first glance these recipe choices might seem pretty bland, but this is your chance to get creative with flavors. Herbs and spices are a great way to add taste with little or no calories. Add some cinnamon to your oatmeal. Throw some spinach and mushrooms in your omelet or spice up fish and meats with lemon juice and garlic.

A diagnosis of diabetes presents a unique opportunity to shift your diet and lifestyle choices in a positive direction. Hope this helps. Good luck

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Question by timothy: What are good vegatarian menus for a diabetic?
I am a vegetarian who was recently diagnosed as a type-two diabetic. All of the menus that have been reccommended to me contain either chiken,turkey, or fish.
What can I eat that is consistent both with my vegetarian philosophy and my medical condition?

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Answer by Andromedan_Ambassador
Tofu, beans, nuts, whole grains.

You don’t need to replace large amounts of carbs with protein (that is an outdated belief) but you do have to practise portion control, moderation (in fat, carb and protein), and eat frequent light meals rather than three heavy ones.
I assume you already know to limit junk food and sugary foods.

There is a natural, zero-calorie sweetener called Stevia that can be used to sweeten any kind of liquid food. Doesn’t work too well for dry desserts like cakes.

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Question by edcerne: what is a good diabetic diet for me who overeats and craves sugars?
need to lose weight. not crazy about fruits a vegetables. need a list of good carbs and bad carbs. help.

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Answer by librahorse34
How about starting with Glucerna … great way to include a balanced meal for diabetics while aiding in losing weight. Visit their website below.

Also, you can google it, and Yahoo! Groups has numerous diabetes support. Check them out below…

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Question by yn1perry2001: what is a good diabetic diet?
I’m type 2 Diabetic and trying to lose weight. Looking for a good diet for me.

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Answer by noccie
This question has been answered a bunch of times in this forum.
If you are trying to cut carbohydrates – try South Beach. If you are simply trying to cut calories – try Weight Watchers.
But you really need to consult with your endocrinologist or a nutritionist to determine if either plan would cause any conflict with the medications or diet regimen that your doctor put you on to control your blood sugar.

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Question by VeneSoup: What are some good suggestions for a diabetic diet for an 11 year old?
Please, I really need help. I’m not really in the mood to prick my finger every day. I have Type 2. Please help me!!! And please, use words that I can understand.

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Answer by A W
Dont eat things like bread, pasta, rice, potatoes, any kinds of sweets like cookies, cakes, candies. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and meat. Eat thinks like cheese and yogurt and drink milk. Dont eat fast food or junk food or drink soda. Drink at least 64 ounces of water a day.

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Question by paul b: what is a good diabetic diet plan for an over the road truck driver?
im a truck driver and need to go on a diet, i just been told by doctor im a type 2 diabetic . do you got any idea’s or a plan? thanks

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Answer by SlickNick
lots of cherry pie and twix bars.

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Question by purplenotepad: Is agave nectar good for a diabetic diet?
I’m wondering if you have agave nectar cookies instead of sugar cookies if its ok for a diabetic diet.

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Answer by Gary B
Cookies sweetened with fruit juices (sometimes called “Frookies” because fruit sugar is Fructose) are BETTER for the diabetic, but they STILL must be used in moderation.

Eat one or two a day — not the whole box!

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Question by Heather S: Where can I find a good diabetic diet to go by?
I used to have a diabetic diet chart that I went by but lost it and am getting frustrated trying to find something like it online. I’m overweight and really need to get back on track again eating better for my health. Just wondering if anyone knows of a good site i can visit or give me any input on how they eat right and good tips for me…

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Answer by Mc Duff
here’s an address out of my blood test log book, they say
you can get 1,000 recipes and other stuff if you enroll.
I’m not endorsing, I’m just furnishing a posibility.

www.onetouchgold.com
or,
www.accu-chek.com (similar but different company)

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