Are you aware that November is National American Diabetes Month? Chances are you know someone with Diabetes. The recent estimates project that 1 in 3 Americans will have diabetes in 2050 unless something is done to stop it in its tracks. I have several family members with diabetes and I worry for my children living in a sugar filled world. Thankfully we have plenty of alternatives for those who simply cannot consume sugar or who can only consume certain amounts of sugar. Recently, I had to start watching my sugar intake so I am thrilled for the alternatives offered today. I am not diabetic but if I do not take care of myself now I will be part of the statistics. Try something different, live a healthier lifestyle now before you are forced on a restricted diet. If you currently have a restricted diet or need to change your diet here are some ways to start.
Soda is filled with sugar but be not fooled as juices and other fun drinks also have large amounts of sugar.
Instead of sugar-filled drinks:
Try Hint Water (www.drinkhint.com), an all natural essence water that contains no sugar, no calories and no artificial flavors or preservatives. It only boasts natural ingredients and sweeteners. It is available in ten flavors (mango-grapefruit, blackberry, pomegranate-tangerine, watermelon, raspberry-lime, strawberry-kiwi, cucumber, pear, honeydew-hibiscus and lime)
We all love a good candy bar. I used to have the habit of getting one on my way out of the grocery store just like a kid.
Instead of regular candy bars:
Try SugarlessShop.com’s Chocolate Bar (http://www.sugarlessshop.com/), a no sugar added bar that is imported from Belgian. Made with unsweetened chocolate and cocoa butter, this bar comes in three different flavors (dark chocolate, milk chocolate and almond)
Mornings and dessert time are hard for me because I associate both with cakes and sweets.
Instead of baked goods:
Try SugarlessDelite.com’s (http://sugarlessdelite.com) cheesecakes, a low-carb option especially created for those who are diabetic or those who are watching their weight. All cheesecakes provide 12 to 16 slices and are available in four different flavors (original, chocolate swirl, strawberry swirl and pumpkin)
No, no, put those chips and crackers down. There are healthier options such as:
Try adding healthy fat snacks into your diet such as avocado, walnuts, almonds and sunflower and pumpkin seeds.