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Eggs are an inexpensive source of protein.

Frozen vegetables are picked at the peak of ripeness and often are more nutritious than fresh.

Chicken is a meat and is relatively inexpensive.

Frozen fruit can be a good buy even out of season.

In season I love berries, fresh fruit, fresh vegetables.

I tend my gardens. Our excess bounty is given away. We often share with food pantries, community gardens, even those delivery persons.

We always provide cases of foods that our local food pantries ask for.

For those still found wanting.

Food pantries, food banks, churches can help.

Locally we also provide 'care packages' at those lean times of the month for those who need help to feed their families.

Love each of you.

I choose to do 10-20 random acts of kindness daily for people I do not know. Kindness is contagious and lives on.

No one in our area needs to choose between food and medications.

They might get all their favorite foods. But they get enough nutritious food to feed their families.

Good luck as you navigate available resources.

September 3 (edited)
DiabetesTeam

Great news — eating well with diabetes doesn't have to mean bland or boring food! There are plenty of affordable, tasty options that won't send blood sugar on a rollercoaster ride.

Here are some delicious, budget-friendly foods to consider:

Vegetables & Fruits
- Broccoli, zucchini, peppers, and leafy greens (great roasted Show Full Answer

Great news — eating well with diabetes doesn't have to mean bland or boring food! There are plenty of affordable, tasty options that won't send blood sugar on a rollercoaster ride.

Here are some delicious, budget-friendly foods to consider:

Vegetables & Fruits
- Broccoli, zucchini, peppers, and leafy greens (great roasted or stir-fried!)
- Apples, berries, pears, and kiwis for a sweet fix
- Cauliflower (a superstar swap for rice, potatoes, or pasta)

Proteins
- Eggs — scrambled, poached, or in an omelet with veggies
- Canned tuna or sardines on whole-grain crackers
- Beans, lentils, and chickpeas (cheap, filling, and fiber-packed)
- Skinless chicken, baked or grilled

Snacks That Actually Taste Good
- Celery with peanut butter
- Unsalted nuts like almonds, cashews, or pistachios
- Plain popcorn seasoned with garlic powder or Parmesan
- Cheese sticks or beef jerky (watch sodium levels)
- Chia seed pudding with fruit or dark chocolate shavings

Dairy
- Low-fat Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
- Cottage cheese

Seasoning is everything! Herbs, spices, garlic, and citrus can transform simple ingredients into something genuinely tasty without affecting blood sugar. A DiabetesTeam member shared a helpful tip: try adjusting recipes by adding more veggies and using low-glycemic-index carbs where possible. Another member swears by their Instant Pot for quick, healthy meals on a budget.

Always check blood sugar before and after trying new foods, especially if on insulin or blood sugar-lowering medication.

September 3

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