Try: Banana & Mango Smoothie
- 1/2 banana
- 1/2 peeled and chopped mango
- 1/2 cup yogurt (fat-free, sugar-free) (vanilla or citrus)
- 2/3 cup almond milk
- Some ice cubes
3. Get your greens!
Switch up your smoothie routine and add more vegetables to the mix. Vegetables, especially dark, leafy greens, are high in fiber, which help manage glucose levels, and are full of healthy vitamins and minerals that your body needs.
Try: Lime & Spinach Smoothie
- Juice of 4 limes
- Zest of 2 of the limes
- 2 cups spinach leaves
- Several ice cubes
- 1 tbsp. of sunflower butter (optional)
4. Add flax seeds
Flax seeds contain essential fatty acids that help raise the “good” cholesterol levels, and provide extra fiber and protein. They also slow down the release of fruit sugar into your bloodstream. Before you blend your smoothies, add 1 to 2 tablespoons to your mix.
Try: Strawberry-Banana-Flax Smoothie
- 1-1/2 cups fresh strawberries, trimmed
- 1/2 medium banana, sliced
- 2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
- 2 tablespoons almond milk (unsweetened)
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 cup ice cubes
Diabetics Can Enjoy Smoothies, Too! was originally published on blackdoctor.org
