Delivering packages full of treats is a happy and welcome gift for everyone, but when the recipient has dietary restrictions due to diet or chronic diseases like diabetes, it can be challenging. Here are some products that you can incorporate into your package delivery that will make it impressive and healthy.
Dark Chocolate
Studies show that strong antioxidants in dark chocolate may have a beneficial effect on blood pressure, insulin resistance and vascular function. Choose chocolate with at least 70% cocoa solids. Also check the amount of carbs and choose the ones with low carbs.
fruits
Fresh fruit can be a colorful addition to the dish delivery. Fruits are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants but also in fruit sugar.
Strawberries contain little carbohydrate, rich in vitamin C And lycopene and can decorate your shipment (just pay attention to the packaging and the time it takes until your shipment reaches its destination, so that they are not crushed). Apples, pears, oranges, tangerines, grapefruits, pomelo, peaches, apricots and nectarines have less sugar than pineapples, pomegranates, mangoes, bananas, or dried fruits.
The effect of fruit sugar on diabetics depends on their sugar content and personal response. Measuring sugar from the finger or using a continuous sugar meter without punctures makes it possible to learn if and which fruits can be included in the menu.
Coffee and tea
In recent years a wide variety of types of coffee and tea has been created. Assemble a coffee and / or tea basket for the delivery recipient that includes a selection of bulk teas or tea bags, as well as cups, mugs, strainers and other beverage infusion equipment. Caffeine also has sugar reactions that vary between different people. Also tea infusions based on leaves are preferable to those containing pieces of fruit.
nuts
For people with diabetes, nuts can be a wonderful and rich gift. They are rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber, and low in carbohydrates. In many studies, nuts have shown health benefits for all people. Almonds in particular have been found to help lose weight, normalize blood sugar levels and lower cardiovascular risk factors in people with type 2 diabetes. Despite their health benefits, nuts are high in fat and calories, so portion size is key to incorporating them into any diet Who does not have a chronic illness like diabetes.
One serving of nuts is about 1/4 cup or one small handful, so dividing nuts into a small amount for serving in decorative bags can be a nice solution. Pistachio and cashews have the highest amount of carbohydrates. In contrast, pecans, Brazil and macadamia nuts are the three most nutritious nuts in carbohydrates. Unsalted and unroasted nuts are always the healthier choice.
wine bottle
Red wine has a particularly high amount of antioxidants, a low amount of carbohydrates (2 grams per 100 ml),
In drinks like whiskey, cognac, arak vodka 0 carbs!
Cocktails and beverages containing sugar are not recommended.
In alcohol, moderation is the name of the game – up to 2 servings for a man and one serving for a woman a day.
Tips for drinking wisely:
In diabetics, alcohol can cause a drop in sugar, and has an effect up to 12 years after drinking. So be vigilant, learn the effect of the different drinks on your body and adjust the eating and medication to the drink you choose to drink.
In conclusion, it is possible to prepare a healthier packet delivery and make it still pampering enough. Remember that it is important to consult an expert dietitian, and together formulate the most appropriate menu for your body.
A recipe for healthy buttermilk
Materials:
2 large eggs beaten by hand
Pinch of salt
2/3 cup almond flour
2 tablespoons ground linen
2 tablespoons peanut butter / almonds / tahini
A heaping teaspoon of baking powder
A teaspoon full of Ness Coffee
3 tablespoons erythritol / 3 bags of stevia
Spices: cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, pepper, nutmeg
Preparation:
Make 16-20 cookies, place on baking paper and bake for about 12 minutes in the bottom third of the oven.
Adina Bachar is a ketogenic nutritionist and diabetic dietitian at the center DMC For the treatment of diabetes.