There are a number of healthy snack options to choose from if you are diabetic. A good rule to pick diabetic-friendly snacks is getting foods high in protein, fiber and healthy fats, all of which are known to help maintain healthy blood sugar levels. There are plenty of quick snacks you can make and carry when you’re on-the-go. Yogurt and Berries

Yogurt with berries

Its an excellent diabetes-friendly snack for a number of reasons.

The antioxidants in berries helps reduce inflammation and prevent damage to the pancreatic cells which regulate the release of hormones controlling blood sugar levels. Berries are also rich in fiber.

Yogurt is known for its ability to lower blood sugar levels due to the presence of probiotics and also improves your body’s ability to metabolize foods containing sugar. The protein in yogurt also helps keeping blood sugar levels under control.

Yogurt and berries taste great together as a snack, as the sweetness of the berries help balance out the tartness of the yogurt. You can mix them together, or layer them on top of each other to make a parfait.

Veggies and Hummus

Hummus is a spread made using chickpeas. It tastes great when paired with raw veggies.

Both vegetables and hummus are good sources of fiber, vitamins and minerals. Hummus also provides lots of protein.

This is a versatile snack and you can experiment with dipping several types of vegetables in hummus, such as broccoli, cauliflower, carrots and bell peppers.

Sliced Apples with Peanut Butter

Sliced apples paired with peanut butter make for a delicious and healthy snack that’s great for people with diabetes.

Apples are rich in several nutrients, including Vitamin B, Vitamin C and potassium, while peanut butter provides significant amounts of vitamin E, magnesium and manganese, all of which are known to help manage diabetes. Both apples and peanut butter are also very high in fiber and help keep your blood sugar under control.

You can also switch between a variety of fruits such as bananas or pears to change it up.

With these easy and delicious snacks, snacking is made easy and possible even with diabetes!

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