Written By: Tania Tarafdar | Updated: June 28, 2016, 5:52 PM
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Snacking is important to keep your blood sugar level stable. While eating a healthy snack can be a challenge while you are on the go, these quick snack ideas for diabetics by nutritionist Priya Kathpal can get you started.
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Trail mix: For a power packed snack eat a trail combination of nuts and dry fruits. Nuts like almonds and dried fruits like dried cranberries do not cause any spike in your blood sugar level, and they keep you feeling full. Portion control is, however, important as they are calorie dense. So stick to a handful of nuts and dried fruits only.
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Hummus with vegetables: Use hummus as a dip to eat carrot sticks, celery and cucumber. Hummus is rich in protein, and can help fight hunger cravings and balance blood sugar level.
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Yoghurt with raisins: Eat half a cup of low-fat yoghurt with a tablespoon of raisins can make for a satisfying diabetics snack. Raisins do not raise blood sugar level thus making them a perfect snack for type 2 diabetes.
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Berry banana smoothie: Blend half a banana with half a cup of low-fat milk and half a cup of berries for a refreshing diabetic snack. For a protein boost, add a teaspoon of protein powder to the mix. Your snack should be less than 150 calories so make sure that you measure the ingredients in the smoothie.
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Hard boiled eggs: Boiled eggs can provide you with a protein punch. You can also mash hard-boiled egg and have it with 2-3 multigrain crackers. You also have the option to eat it with a small serving of fruits such as grapes.
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Apple with peanut butter: One small apple with skin can provide you 20 g of carbohydrates to keep you energised. You can also eat the apple with a tablespoon of peanut butter to control hunger pangs and blood sugar levels.
