Think Before You Eat: 15 Foods to Avoid with Diabetes

I'll be showing 1 of the 15 foods to avoid along with an healthier alternative recipe. Another of many great articles and recipes from one of my favorite web sites, Diabetic Living On Line.

Think Before You Eat: 15 Foods to Avoid with Diabetes

By Lori Brookhart-Schervish
These top food offenders contain high amounts of fat, sodium, carbohydrate, and calories that may increase your risk of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, heart disease, uncontrolled blood glucose, and weight gain. The good news is you can indulge in your favorite foods and still eat healthfully with our satisfying and delicious alternatives.

#8 Processed Lunch Meat

Think making a sandwich for lunch is a safe bet? Unfortunately, processed lunch meat is full of sodium. Read the food nutrition labels printed on the packages you buy in the store, or ask your deli attendant to tell you the nutrition information for fresh-sliced meat.

Cut the sodium by slicing meat you've roasted at home or by asking specifically for meats lower in sodium.

Enjoy sandwiches for lunch or dinner by following our healthy sandwich recipes, which were made specifically for people with diabetes:

Thai Turkey Burgers
Thai seasoning is a blend of seasonings that is reminiscent of the classic flavors of Thai cooking. The ingredients vary widely by brand but often include garlic, coriander, onion, cilantro, and pepper. Look for it at food specialty stores or larger supermarkets.
SERVINGS: 6 servings
CARB GRAMS PER SERVING: 23

1/4     cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, or 1 egg, beaten
1/4     cup fine dry bread crumbs
1     teaspoon Thai seasoning or curry powder
1     pound uncooked ground turkey breast
6      whole grain cocktail-size hamburger buns, split and toasted
3/4     cup fresh basil leaves
2     tablespoons purchased peanut dipping sauce
1     medium mango, pitted, peeled, and sliced

1. In a medium bowl, combine egg product or egg, bread crumbs, and Thai seasoning or curry powder. Add ground turkey breast; mix well. Shape into six 3/4-inch-thick patties.

2. Place patties on the greased rack of an uncovered grill directly over medium goals. Grill for 14 to 18 minutes or until done (165 degree F),* turning once.

3. To serve burgers, top bottom half of each bun with some of the basil. Add patties. Spoon peanut dipping sauce over patties; add mango slices and bun tops. Makes 6 servings.

*Note: The internal color of a burger is not a reliable way to indicate the burger is done. A turkey patty cooked to 165 degree F is safe, regardless of color. To measure if the patty is done insert an instant-read thermometer through the side of the patty to a depth of 2 to 3 inches.

Nutrition Facts Per Serving:

    * Servings: 6 servings
    * Calories213
    * Total Fat (g)4
    * Saturated Fat (g)1
    * Cholesterol (mg)30
    * Sodium (mg)438
    * Carbohydrate (g)23
    * Fiber (g)2
    * Protein (g)22
    * Vitamin A (DV%)0
    * Vitamin C (DV%)0
    * Calcium (DV%)0
    * Iron (DV%)0
      Diabetic Exchanges
    * Starch (d.e.)1
    * Fruit (d.e.).5
    * Very Lean Meat (d.e.)3

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