Generally speaking, snacks spread out the food intake during the day which helps stabilize the blood sugar of individuals who have type 2 diabetes.
However, we should always consult our registered dietitian or doctor about snacking. Bear in mind that snacking patterns need to be created according to an individual’s medications, schedule, and preferences.
If someone is using insulin, they probably know that having a fast snack might help stop a drop in blood sugar between meals. Also, it may be a good idea to have a quick bite while we are making dinner in order not to overeat when we have dinner.
Weight control is a primary concern for most individuals with type 2 diabetes and therefore snacking strategically and carefully is very important. Here are a few snacks which might fit perfectly into the diet.
6 Fast, Delicious, and Healthy Snacks
1. Chicken Soup
This is indeed something which you can make only when you are at home. Or you can previously prepare it and eat it later. Chicken soup is a fantastic warm snack, and it is perfect for the colder months.
Bear in mind that homemade soup is best since you will definitely know what the soup is made of. You must go for low-sodium broth (vegetable, chicken, or even make your own). In the soup, you can add turkey or chicken for some extra protein.
And for nutrients and flavor add vegetables such as carrots, celery, or Interchopen. If you want the soup to be more filling add noodles, potatoes, or rice.
2. Cheese Strings
This is a fun snack, and to many, it is a favorite. Cheese strings are easy-to-go snacks because of their packaging.
You should know that one cheese string has less than one gram of carbs and is equal to protein as it is too fat. If you cannot eat them by themselves, combine them with fruit or whole-grain crackers.
3. Banana Kefir Smoothie
When you are at home, and you keep constantly thinking of a snack, instead of eating something you shouldn’t make yourself a smoothie and enjoy it.
Necessary Ingredients
- Vanilla extract – ½ teaspoon
- Plain, low-fat kefir – ½ cup
- Chopped walnuts – 1 ½ tablespoon
- Medium banana – ½.
How to Prepare It
The first thing you need to do is to cut and peel the banana. After you do that, in a blender add the vanilla, walnuts, and banana. Mash these ingredients well, and then add the kefir.
You need to blend until your mixture is smooth. Put it into a glass and enjoy.
4. Open-Faced Sandwich
In case you need to go to the gym and you need something to give you fuel, the perfect option for that is an open-faced sandwich.
You should go for whole-grain bread and not processed white grains. Top that perfect bread with lean protein like chicken, turkey, or tuna. Bear in mind the other things which you will choose to put in your sandwich since some things might have added sugar.
It is best to consume it just like that or if you want something extra add spices or herbs or maybe a low-sugar condiment like mustard.
5. Cottage Cheese and Cantaloupe with Ground Flax Seeds
This is a fast snack with a peculiar taste.
Necessary Ingredients
- Ground flax seeds – 1 tablespoon
- Cantaloupe – ¼
- Low-fat, low-sodium, cottage cheese – ½ cup.
How to Prepare It
It is very simple, cut the cantaloupe into bite-size cubes and mix these cubes into cottage cheese. After that sprinkle the cubes with ground flax seeds and enjoy.
6. Creamy Cauliflower Salad
This salad is a great and healthy snack for which you will need more ingredients, but for sure the flavor will make it worth it.
Necessary Ingredients
- One finely chopped small shallot
- Reduced-fat mayonnaise – 5 tablespoons
- Apple cider vinegar – 2 tablespoons
- Chopped tart-sweet, red apple – 1 of medium size
- Caraway seeds – ½ teaspoon (optional)
- Chopped romaine heart spears lettuce – 2 cups
- Black ground pepper – ¼ teaspoon
- Chopped cauliflower florets – 3 cups or ½ large head.
How to Prepare It
Take a large bowl and whisk the pepper, mayonnaise, caraway seeds, shallot, and vinegar until smooth. Add romaine, cauliflower, and apple. Mix all ingredients and enjoy your snack.
Remember before making any changes in your usual diet it is necessary to consult your doctor. Snacking can be fun. What do you usually eat as a snack?
