Keeping Close to Your Glucose
March 1st, 2012 - By Fit Staff
Whether you are pre-diabetic, diabetic or just want to exercise prevention, discovering what works for you and your lifestyle is key.
Interviews & Stories
Get to Know DiabetesMarch 12th, 2012 – By Fit Staff
Founded in 1940, The American Diabetes Association has been funding innovative diabetes research since 1955. Through their Nationwide Research Program, ADA is working to find the cure for diabetes and prevent its many health problems in addition to improving the lives of all people affected by diabetes. Learning about diabetes is one of the first steps in prevention and control. More information >>
Awareness is Key
March 9th, 2012 – By Lari Robling
Robin Ellis is best known for his role as Captain Ross Poldark in the classic British TV series, Poldark, but he wants you to know that knowledge and testing is the best defense against diabetes. In a phone call with Lari Robling, Ellis talks about his experiences with two generations of the disease, shares some recipes from his new cookbook, Delicious Dishes for Diabetics and of course, talks about the making of Poldark.
Mom, I'm Hungry!
March 8th, 2012 – By Lari Robling
We all know the afterschool battle cry. Katie Cavuto Boyle is a Registered Dietician and chef owner of Healthy Bites. She's also a mom so she understands the concerns that parents have about good nutrition. When a child is diagnosed with diabetes, healthy eating becomes even more important. Boyle stopped by to talk about some tips and offer delicious recipes.
Recipes
Fennel, White Bean and Parmesan Salad
Recipe By Robin Ellis
In his book, "Delicious Dishes for Diabetic," Robin Ellis says this recipe originated from Melrose and Morgan of Primrose Hill, London. This combination is enlivened by the lemony dressing, it's moreish! Another good lunch number for company.
Spaghettini with Cinnamon and Bay Tomato Sauce
Recipe By Robin Ellis
Unexpected ingredients for a pasta dish but it works. You can use tinned or fresh tomatoes, but fresh and ripe are better. Anna del Conte says it comes from Umbria.
Salmon Fishcakes
Recipe By Robin Ellis
This recipe eliminates the traditional potato, a food that diabetics must limit. The dill and the grain mustard make the fishcakes special and they sometimes serve as a tasty starter. If you keep them small and cook them quickly, they'll be crisp and brown on the outside and still succulent inside.
Banana-Granola Pancakes
Recipe By Katie Cavuto Boyle
You could call these 24-hour pancakes: great for breakfast, brunch, or dinner and maybe even a snack!
Edamame Salad
Recipe By Katie Cavuto Boyle
At last, a kid-friendly bean salad. Edamame may be hard to say, but it's easy to see why kids take to this soybean that is healthy and relatively unprocessed.
Vegetable Fried Rice
Recipe By Katie Cavuto Boyle
Think peas and carrots are same-old same-old? Dress them up with some Asian flavors and brown rice!
Pesto White Bean Dip
Recipe By Katie Cavuto Boyle
Could there be an easier recipe? We don't think so. This dip is perfect for packing lunch – try some vegetable dippers with pretzel sticks.
Wild Mushroom Soup
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
Looking for an elegant dish that doesn't blow your calorie budget? Here's your dish. If you want to skip the white wine, just add a splash of lemon juice instead.
Shredded Brussels Sprouts
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
Studded with just a little prosciutto, even a dubious vegetable eater would find this hard to refuse.
Wild Rice with Herbs and Mushrooms
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
Cut an acorn squash into rings and steam them. Serve the rice in the center and never miss the meat.
Italian Greens
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
Escarole is one of those vegetables that once you try it, you wonder why you haven't been eating it all along. This dish pairs well chicken.
Broccoli With Hazelnuts
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
You might not think of pairing nuts with vegetables, but here the hazelnuts are like a rich crouton. You'll never miss the butter!
Braised Cabbage With Apples
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
Think apples are just for a quick in-the-hand snack? Try them cooked! In this recipe the apples add sweetness to the cabbage as well as depth of flavor.
Herb-Roasted Turkey
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
Sure to please and feed a crowd! Most of the time involved in this recipe is in the oven — all you need to do is keep an eye on it and baste it.
Corn Pudding
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
Pudding is not always dessert. This savory side dish accompanies any simple roast or even a main dish salad.
Pear and Cranberry Cast-Iron Crisps
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
For those following a diabetic diet, this rustic dessert fits only uses 2 carbohydrate and 1 fat exchange — a manageable treat.
Very Gingery Pumpkin Mousse
Recipe By American Diabetes Association
This dessert is easy and elegant as well as diabetic friendly.
Webchat
WEBCHAT: Diabetic-Friendly Fare
There are over 23.6 million people in the United States living with diabetes. If you or someone you know has faced that diagnosis, you know that there are many lifestyle changes — particularly in kitchen. Chef Jim Coleman and Lauren Swann MS. R.D. give you recipes and teach you how to decode food labels to make your meals delicious and diabetic-friendly. Watch the replay »
