A low carb, low sugar, and high fiber diet is key in managing blood sugar. That means a diet rich in whole vegetables, leafy greens, whole fruit, and healthy proteins such as nuts and seeds.
It sounds like a lot of salads right? That's where smoothies help! The best diabetic smoothies allow you to blend together an endless combination of fruits, veg, seeds, and nuts for a delicious, filling meal with a vast variety of flavor. There are a number of yummy smoothie recipes for diabetics to try too!
SmoothieBox Smoothies taste amazing, they are made with whole, organic, leafy greens, fruits, and seeds that can help you control your blood sugar.
Blood Sugar Benefits of Leafy Greens
Eating foods with low carbs, low sugar, and high fiber are all necessary when working to keep your blood sugar levels consistent. Leafy greens provide all these necessities. Spinach is the best green to start adding to your diet because it has a high amount of fiber and a low glycemic index. It also has a high concentration of polyphenols and vitamin C, which have antioxidant properties that play a successful role in keeping blood sugar levels regulated. Kale is another leafy green that provides similar benefits. Due to kale's high amount of fiber it is not metabolized quickly, and takes incredibly long to digest, which is another way to prevent spikes. Other leafy greens to consider are bok choy, cabbage, and collard greens, all of which provide similar characteristics.
SmoothieBox Super Smoothies with leafy greens:
Diabetes-Friendly Fruits
Citrus fruits and berries have both been found to have anti-diabetic effects. Citrus fruits provide antioxidants, vitamin C, and potassium while having a low amount of carbohydrates. Berries contain a high level of antioxidants and fiber, which makes them a nutritious and sweet smoothie ingredient while remaining healthy.
SmoothieBox fruits are considered low glycemic fruits (under 56), especially when consumed with high-fiber vegetables:
- Berry Smoothie Mix: Blueberries & Strawberries
- Chocolate Smoothie Mix: Bananas
- Orange Smoothie Mix: Clementines
- Green Smoothie Mix: Apples & Pineapple
- Strawberry Banana Smoothie Mix: Strawberries & Bananas
- Mango Smoothie Mix: Pineapple
Super Seeds & Diabetic Diet
Seeds are another high fiber, low carb food that can help control blood sugar levels for diabetics. For example, both flaxseeds and chia seeds have viscous fiber, which lowers blood sugar levels by slowing down the process of food absorption in the gut.
SmoothieBox Super Smoothies & Seeds:
- Berry Smoothie Mix: Hemp Seeds
- Chocolate Smoothie Mix: Sunflower Seeds
- Orange Smoothie Mix: Pumpkin Seeds
- Green Smoothie Mix: Flax Seeds
- Mango Smoothie Mix: Pumpkin Seeds
Healthy Diabetic Diet Decisions Begin With Breakfast
What about a tasty diabetic breakfast smoothie? An easy way to incorporate these foods into your diet is by adding them to a smoothie. Smoothies can make it easier to consume more fruits and vegetables. SmoothieBox smoothies are made with organic, whole fruits and vegetables with no added sugar. SmoothieBox smoothies are designed to be the perfect morning meal or snack to keep your blood sugar in check and provide steady energy throughout your day. Learn More »
Controlling your blood sugar is a lot easier when you know what foods you need to keep you feeling your best.
References
National Diabetes Statistics Report, 2020 (2020, February 11). cdc.gov
Spritzler, Franziska. (2017, June 3). The 16 Best Foods to Control Diabetes. Healthline.com