Diabetes Diet: Glycemic Index, Dining Out & Healthy Foods

For individuals with Type 2 diabetes, choosing foods with a low glycemic load is essential. Learn how to dine out safely at places like McDonald's and which nuts and proteins best support blood sugar stability.

10 Smoothies That Won't Spike Your Blood Sugar

Published Dec,08 2017 | By Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN

Sip a smoothie without finding yourself in a diet dilemma by enjoying one of our diabetes-friendly recipes. They’re based on whole produce--some with veggies!

Three-Ingredient Low Sugar Desserts

Published Nov,29 2017 | By Jackie Newgent, RDN, CDN

Read on for seven delicious and good-for-you desserts that are low in sugar and made with just three wholesome ingredients.

Jackie Newgent RDN, CDN, is a classically-trained chef, registered dietitian nutritionist, award-winning cookbook author, professional recipe developer, and media personality. She is author of several cookbooks, including The All‐Natural Diabetes Cookbook and Big Green Cookbook. She’s a healthy cooking instructor at the Institute of Culinary Education. Jackie is a former national media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and has made guest appearances on dozens of television news shows. She resides in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. @jackienewgent