Diabetes Diet

Learn how to eat better and live healthier with recipes, meal plans and articles to help you manage your diabetes deliciously every day, from EatingWell's food and nutrition experts.
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What Happens to Your Blood Sugar When You Eat Bananas
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Teacher Reverses His Type 2 Diabetes in 6 Months By Starting This One Habit
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The Simple Nighttime Habit That May Balance Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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Man Reverses His Prediabetes Diagnosis in Just 12 Months By Picking Up These 5 Habits
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5 Best Cereals for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The 6 Best Blood-Sugar-Friendly Airport Snacks, According to Dietitians
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Eat Too Much Sugar Last Night? Here’s How to Manage Your Blood Sugar Today
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The Surprising Snack Dietitians Say Helps Keep Your Blood Sugar in Check
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5 Things to Do Before a Holiday Celebration for Healthier Blood Sugar Levels, According to Dietitians
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Eggnog vs. Hot Cocoa: Which Is Better for Blood Sugar?
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Starting Your Meal with Vegetables Can Lead to Better Blood Sugar Control
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The Best Snack to Buy at Costco for Lower Blood Sugar, According to a Dietitian
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Did You Know There Are 5 Types of Diabetes? Here’s How They Differ
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The Morning Habit That Can Spike Your Blood Sugar
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The 5 Best No-Added-Sugar Drinks for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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What Happens to Your Blood Sugar When You Eat Sweet Potatoes
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Dietitians Reveal the First Thing You Should Do After Thanksgiving Dinner for Better Blood Sugar (The Dishes Can Wait!)
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Why Fiber Is the Secret Weapon for Balanced Blood Sugar
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Apple Pie vs. Pumpkin Pie: Which Is Better for Blood Sugar?
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5 ‘Bad’ Thanksgiving Foods That May Actually Promote Better Blood Sugar
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The 5 Best Soups to Eat for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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7 No-Added-Sugar Drinks Dietitians Say Will Keep You Hydrated and Healthy
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What Happens to Your Blood Sugar When You’re Stressed
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The Best Sugar Substitutes for Blood Sugar Management, According to Dietitians
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The Best Late-Night Snack for Better Blood Sugar Levels, According to Dietitians
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5 Best Anti-Inflammatory Drinks for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The Best Late-Night Snack for Insulin Resistance, According to a Dietitian
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5 Anti-Inflammatory Habits to Do Before Noon for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The Surprising Habit That Can Help Lower Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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6 Ways to Lower Inflammation When You’re Managing Diabetes, According to Dietitians
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The Lifestyle Habit That May Raise Your Diabetes Risk
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The 7 Best Frozen Vegetables You Should Be Eating for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The 10 Best Frozen Foods for Better Blood Sugar, According to a Dietitian
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The Best Time to Eat Breakfast If You Have Diabetes, According to Diabetes Educators
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6 Small Daily Habits That Can Have a Big Impact on Your Blood Sugar, According to Experts
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7 No-Added-Sugar Snacks Dietitians Recommend for Better Blood Sugar
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6 Ways to Support Caregivers of People with Diabetes
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We Asked Dietitians Which Nut to Snack On for Better Blood Sugar–This Is What They Said
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3 Lifestyle Tweaks for Better Blood Sugar, According to Experts
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5 Things That Don’t Mix Well with Your Diabetes Medications
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6 Food Swaps for More Blood Sugar-Friendly Meals, According to Dietitians
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The 5 Best Whole Grains to Help Improve Insulin Resistance, Recommended by Dietitians
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7 Simple Ways to Keep Your Blood Sugar in Check All Day Long, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Lunch to Eat for Lower Blood Sugar Levels, Recommended by a Dietitian
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5 Myths About Diabetes You Need to Stop Believing, According to Dietitians
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3 Herbal Teas You Shouldn't Be Drinking When You Have Diabetes, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Habit You Should Break for Better Blood Sugar Balance, According to a Dietitian
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The #1 Snack to Buy at Costco for Better Blood Sugar, According to a Dietitian
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6 Best Simmer Sauces for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The 8 Best Pantry Staples for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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This Is What a Diabetes Educator Has for Breakfast Every Day
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The #1 Dairy Product for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Breakfast to Help Lower Your A1C, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Drink to Buy at Costco for Better Blood Sugar, According to a Dietitian
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We Asked 4 Dietitians the Best Pasta for Better Blood Sugar—They All Said the Same Thing
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6 Signs You Should See an Endocrinologist
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The 4 Best Cheeses for Insulin Resistance, According to Dietitians
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6 Things to Avoid After 5 P.M. for Better Blood Sugar Control, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Packable Snack to Help You Poop That Won’t Spike Your Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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7 Surprising Habits That Can Spike Your Blood Sugar, According to Diabetes Experts
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6 Tips for Navigating a Buffet If You Have Diabetes, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Habit for Healthy Blood Sugar While Traveling, According to Dietitians
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We Asked 3 Diabetes Experts How to Prepare for Traveling—This Is What They Said
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9 Items to Add to Your Grocery List for Better Blood Sugar Stability, According to Dietitians
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5 Supplements to Avoid If You Have Metabolic Syndrome, According to Dietitians
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6 Best Cheeses to Eat for Better Blood Sugar, According to Dietitians
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The #1 Snack to Buy at Aldi for Better Blood Sugar, Recommended by Dietitians