You may think that smoothies are sweet concoctions that diabetics should avoid at all costs and that would be wrong . Even if you have diabetes, you can still enjoy all the benefits of a health shake . You will find many recipes for smoothies for diabetics that are low in carbohydrates and fat , but rich in vitamins, minerals and proteins. Be sure to use whole fruits to get the maximum health benefits smoothies for diabetics.
We have a number of smoothie recipes below that calls fruit. These recipes are for diabetics for the following reasons :
No refined sugar comprises
These recipes use fresh or frozen whole fruit . Fruits are rich in dietary fiber and contain complex carbohydrates .
Some recipes for smoothies containing flaxseed or wheat germ . These super foods help keep blood sugar at a normal level.
These shakes are low in calories and low in carbohydrates . Diabetics and non-diabetics can enjoy these smoothies.
To take advantage of the following recipes, combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth . Serve and enjoy !
Strawberry Banana Smoothie Breakfast
1 cup skim milk
3/4 cup low-fat yogurt
1/2 cup of tofu
1 small banana
1-1/4 cups frozen strawberries , preferably
1/2 cup crushed ice
Blueberry and Banana Smoothie
1 cup skim milk
3/4 cup low-fat yogurt
1/2 cup of tofu
1 banana , peeled and sliced
3/4 cup blueberries
1/2 cup crushed ice
Banana Smoothie
2 ripe bananas , peeled and sliced (preferably frozen)
1/4 cup low-fat vanilla or fruit yogurt
2 cups low-fat milk
2 tablespoons wheat germ or oat
Ground nutmeg to taste (optional)
Mixed Berry Smoothie
1 cup frozen berries of your choice
1/4 cup low -fat yogurt with vanilla
1 tablespoon malted milk powder
2 teaspoon of wheat germ or oat
1 egg or substitute (optional)
Green smoothie for diabetics
2 cups water
2-3 cups lightly packed baby spinach leaves ( preferably organic )
1 pear
1/2-1 banana
1/4 tsp cardamom
1-2 tablespoons of chia seeds ( soak in 2 cups of water for a while )
TIP: Chia seeds are rich in fiber , calcium, protein, antioxidants and omega -3 fatty acids. You can buy them in health food stores .
Strawberry Smoothie linen
1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
1/2 cup skim vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup skim milk
3 tablespoons of flaxseed meal
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
