Yogurt and Crackers Low-fat yogurt contains both protein and carbohydrates in moderate amounts.

Serve yogurt with 3 Graham wafers. The crackers make up for dietary fiber, which is not present in the yogurt. Thus, yogurt with crackers make a healthy and tasty snack for diabetics. Peanut Butter and Crackers Whole grain crackers are indeed healthy snacks for individuals affected by diabetes, as they are loaded with dietary fiber along with proteins. Consume a few crackers with peanut butter. Peanut butter can be replaced with a low-fat humus dip or low-fat cheese. Bread and Turkey Take 2 slices of whole grain bread and use baked turkey (strictly 2 ounces) as the stuffing. Top sandwich with slices of tomato, lettuce leaf, and mustard leaf. Baked turkey can be substituted with roasted chicken for variety. Egg Whites Egg whites contain protein with low-calorie content (egg white from 1 egg is equivalent to 17 calories), as well as negligible saturated fats and cholesterol. Scramble it or make omelet, and serve with whole grain bread. Banana and Peanut Butter You can have a medium-sized banana with peanut butter or almond butter. This nut-based butter contains negligible amounts of sugar, salt, and cholesterol. However, check the serving amount, as both peanut butter and almond butter are loaded with calories. Cooked Beans Included in the list of high protein foods are beans and lentils. Also, they are low in fat and rich in dietary fiber. 

Thus, beans make a good snack for HL12 Diabetes diabetics. Cooked beans can be served alone with flavorful herbs, or they can be used in soups and salads. Diabetics should make sure that the food items that they consume are moderate in carbohydrates and protein content, and rich in dietary fiber. Also, healthy sources of carbohydrates such as fruits, whole grains, and vegetables should be preferred over others. A simple trick is to consume snacks that contain 1-2 ounces of protein and 1 ounce of carbohydrates; the total calorie count should not exceed 150 per serving. Diabetes is a metabolic disorder, in which the patients afflicted with it are either unable to produce sufficient amounts of insulin, or the body cells do not assimilate insulin appropriately as they should. While diet is not the exclusive reason for this chronic ailment, it does contribute a lot to developing diabetes. Thus, the need for consuming a balanced and well-planned diabetic diet is obvious for diabetes management. The list of foods to be avoided in this therapeutic diet include fatty, sugary and carbohydrate rich items. Patients with diabetes have to restrict themselves from consuming sugary foods, fatty foods and many other food items. But, is frozen yogurt included in the same list? Can a diabetic patient consume frozen yogurt? The answer to both questions depends upon which type of frozen yogurt you are referring to, and whether you are using additional ingredients or not. Otherwise, yogurt rich in beneficial bacteria and proteins is good for health in a number of ways. 

For diabetic patients with recurrent bouts of yeast infections, consuming plain yogurt is an effectual remedy to combat such infections in the natural way. Sugar Content in Frozen Yogurt Before we have a discussion about frozen yogurt for diabetics, let's take a brief look at the importance of diabetic diet and sugar content in yogurt. According to the disease pathology, diabetes is further categorized into type 1 diabetes (insulin not secreted sufficiently), type 2 diabetes (body cells not responding to insulin) and gestational diabetes (developed during pregnancy). But, a condition apparent to all diabetic patients is elevated glucose concentration in the blood. Adding more sugar and carbohydrate in the diet puts a risk for further increase in the blood sugar levels. The correct diabetic diet is thus, planned in a way that food items required for the diabetic patient are included in sufficient amounts. Regarding sugar content in frozen yogurt, it is a main ingredient for majority of the product brands. In ½ cup serving size of low-fat, regular frozen yogurt, the quantity of sugar accounts to 19.6 g. For this dairy product based on curdled milk, sweetening agent is added to reduce tart and tangy taste. Fortunately, sugar-free frozen yogurt is also available in the market. Of course, it tastes tangy for many people. But, controlling blood sugar is a priority for diabetic patients, rather than having tasty foods. Is Frozen Yogurt Good for Diabetics? Well, the answer is 'yes', but under the condition that frozen yogurts have low-fat and are sugar-free. Hence, before adding yogurt in the shopping cart, read the nutrition label. Finalize the one that contains negligible fats and sugar. 

Speaking about incorporating frozen yogurt for gestational diabetes patients or those with other types of diabetes, one can enjoy it in a specific serving size for snacking in between meals. The ideal serving amount of fat-free, sugar-free frozen yogurt for diabetics is strictly half cup and not more than that. If the fat-free frozen yogurt tastes sour and unpalatable, consider adding zero calorie, natural sweetening agent, which is specifically formulated for diabetic patients. Also, improve flavor by topping it with small amounts of chopped nuts and fresh berries. Likewise, one can surely create variety to the taste and flavor of plain frozen yogurt, and enjoy tasty snacks. For diabetics, eating this frozen yogurt is a simple way to satisfy cravings for sweet goodies and desserts. Other options of good snacks for diabetics, especially for patients who have a sweet tooth are fat-free ice cream (small servings), crackers, fig bars, popsicles and diet soda. To sum up, every diabetic patient should first understand what are the foods to be included and what should not in the daily diet plan. Identify and eliminate food items that contribute to increased sugar level in the bloodstream. And instead of depriving oneself of all types of sweet goodies, it is better to end meals with a small serving of sugar-free and fat-free desserts. That way, controlling blood glucose will no longer be a challenging objective for diabetic patients. As we all know, diabetes results from high blood sugar levels. Hence, a correct diet with low sugar content is what should be made a part of the diet for patients with diabetes. Diabetics can enjoy some selective alternatives to their favorite desserts. 

Desserts made from apples are the best options for them. Since apples are rich in vitamin and fiber content, consuming apples regularly helps to reduce blood cholesterol, which is one of the common health complications associated with diabetes. Here are some delicious and healthy apple dessert recipes for diabetics. Diabetic Apple Pie Ingredients (Serves 5) 6 cups diced and pared tart apples 4 tablespoons of artificial sweetener 9-inch pastry for double-crust pie 1 tablespoon cornstarch ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional) 2 tablespoons low-fat margarine Procedure Prepare a mixture of sweetener, cornstarch and cinnamon. Sprinkle it over the diced apples coating it completely. Spread this apple mixture into the unbaked pie crust. Add the full quantity of margarine on top of the mixture. Cover it with the other portion of the crust and seal the edges well. Bake at 425° F for 15 minutes and then reduce the temperature to 350° F. Continue baking for an additional 35 - 40 minutes. Serve it hot with coffee or cool it in the refrigerator. Strawberry Apple Dessert Risotto Ingredients (Serves 4) ½ cup dried strawberries 1½ cups apples, skinned and finely diced 3½ cups skimmed milk 1 tablespoon canola oil or butter 1½ cups apple cider 1 cinnamon stick 1 pinch of salt ½ cup Arborio rice 1 tablespoon brown sugar blend and packed 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Procedure In a bowl, take dried strawberries and add boiling water. Set it aside for 30 - 40 minutes to soak. By the side, heat milk, pinch of salt and cinnamon stick over a stove or in the microwave until steaming hot but do not let it boil. Remove from the stove top and keep it aside to rest, so that the flavors blend with each other properly. 

Keep a Dutch oven or a deep sauté pan over a medium flame, and add butter or oil. Add the diced apples and cook it until soft, this will take 1 - 2 minutes. Now put in the rice while stirring continuously. Add ¾ cup of apple cider and cook till most of the liquid evaporates. Now add the remaining quantity of the cider and cook till slightly dry.