• Basic Information
  • Best breakfast food for a diabetic is Oatmeal! For breakfast, top oatmeal with some chopped pecans, walnuts or almonds to add protein and healthy fat, which stabilize blood sugars further. Plus, the nuts add great crunch and flavor to your morning meal.
  • Nutritional Information:
  • While diabetics are often cautioned about carb intake, oatmeal is a very good food for any diabetic, provided it is unsweetened. Oatmeal has plenty of soluble fiber and takes a while to digest, meaning that it will not cause fluctuations in blood sugar levels. This stabilizing effect on blood sugar is persistent with regular oatmeal consumption.
  • Ingredients:
  • Serves: 6 5 cups water¾ teaspoon cinnamon1/8 teaspoon nutmeg1 teaspoon coriander3 ¼ cups rolled oats½ cup raw sunflower seeds2 cups nut milk with a few drops of vanilla extract mixed in2 cups apples, peeled, cored & grated1 tablespoon agave nectar* (optional)½ cup dried cherries or raisins or fresh raspberries* (optional)*Note: If you are severe blood sugar issues, omit the agave and dried fruit and replace with fresh raspberries.
  • Preparation:
  • In a large saucepan, combine the water, cinnamon, nutmeg and coriander & bring to a boil.  Once at a boil, add the rolled oats, sunflower seeds, vanilla nut milk, grated apples and sweetener if using and reduce heat to low. Cook until thickened on a low heat, stirring occasionally.Author: Jessica P. Cooper  HHC, AADP, Health Supportive Chef and Nutrition Educator

    Author: Richard Terrana