Snacks for children with diabetes

Snacks are an important way to keep your child’s blood sugar steady during
the day. Snacks can be both fun and healthy. This handout gives you some tips
and ideas for snacking.

Tips for snacking:
• Choose healthy snacks, and try to limit less nutritious foods such as
chips or sweets.
• Keep snack times the same from day to day.
• Choose a variety of snacks.
• Choose snacks that are small but are filling.
• Include protein with a bedtime snack to help slow digestion and to
prevent overnight hunger and low blood sugars.

Freebies
These foods will not affect your child’s blood sugar. They can be eaten anytime your child is
hungry or added to the Snack ideas listed below.

Snack ideas

These snacks have 10 to 15 g carbohydrate:

These snacks have 15 to 25 g carbohydrate:

Recipes

Refrigerator Oatmeal Nut Bars

1/2 cup peanut butter

2 tbsp. honey

2 eggs

2 tbsp. margarine

1 tbsp. vanilla

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

2 cups quick rolled oats

1/2 cup raisins

Makes 24 servings.

Mix peanut butter and honey in saucepan over medium heat. Beat in eggs one

at a time. Stir constantly for 3 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in margarine

and vanilla. Add seeds, nuts, oats, raisins, and mix well. Press into greased

8” square pan and chill. Cut into 24 bars.

1 bar = 10 g carbohydrate

􀀖 a source of protein

Sunflower Sesame Bars
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup peanut butter
3/4 cup skim milk powder
3/4 cup sesame seeds
3/4 cup sunflower seeds
Makes 24 servings.
In a small pan over low heat, stir together honey and peanut butter until smooth.
Remove from heat and add remaining ingredients. Press into greased 8” square pan.
Bake at 325oF for 12 to15 minutes until slightly browned. Cut into 24 bars right away.
Refrigerate until hard.
1 bar = 10 g carbohydrate
􀀖 a source of protein

Chocolate Popcorn
6 cups plain popped popcorn
1 tbsp. margarine
2 tbsp. corn syrup
1 tbsp. cocoa powder
1 1/2 tbsp. milk
1/8 tsp salt
Makes 6 servings.
Keep popcorn warm in oven while making chocolate sauce. In small pan, melt margarine
over low heat. Add corn syrup, cocoa, milk, and salt. Stir over low heat until well blended
and mixture is hot. Pour over warm popcorn. Stir quickly to coat all pieces.
1 cup = 15 g carbohydrate
Cheesy Barbecue Popcorn
8 cups popped popcorn
3 tbsp. margarine
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/4 tsp. onion powder
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

Makes 4 servings.
Melt margarine add seasonings. Pour over popcorn. Sprinkle cheese over top and
mix thoroughly.
2 cups = 10 g carbohydrate
􀀖 a source of protein

Vanilla Pudding
2 cups milk
1/3 cup cornstarch
1 egg
2 tsp. vanilla
sugar substitute – use amount that equals 1/3 cup sugar
Makes 4 servings.
In 4 cup microwave container, mix 1 cup milk and cornstarch. Microwave on high
for 3 minutes, stirring once. Beat egg into remaining milk, stir into hot milk mixture.
Microwave on high for 3 minutes, stir well. Let stand for 1 minute. Stir in vanilla
and sugar substitute.
1/2 cup = 18 g carbohydrate
􀀳 a source of protein
For Chocolate Pudding, replace cornstarch in above recipe with 1/4 cup unsweetened
cocoa powder and 1/4 cup cornstarch.

Blueberry Scones
1 cup flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
2 tbsp. margarine, melted
1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Makes 10 servings.
In a mixing bowl, combine flours, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In a small bowl,
whisk together milk, egg, and margarine. Make a well in the flour mixture and
pour in the milk mixture. Add the blueberries. Stir only until dry ingredients are
moistened. Batter will be lumpy. Drop ½ cup portions onto greased baking sheet
to make 10 scones. Flatten slightly with the back of a spoon. Bake at 400oF for
20 minutes or until golden brown.
1 scone = 17 g carbohydrate.

Banana Nut Muffins
1 cup flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 banana, mashed
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. margarine, melted
2 tbsp. chopped walnuts
sugar substitute – use amount that equals 1/3 cup sugar
Makes 12 muffins
Grease or line muffin cups. In a bowl, combine flours, sugar substitute, baking powder,
baking soda, salt, and nuts. In a separate bowl, combine all other ingredients. Make a
well in dry ingredients, and pour in banana mixture. Mix just until dry ingredients are
moistened. Divide batter evenly among 12 muffin cups. Bake at 400oF for 20 minutes,
or until lightly browned.
1 muffin = 13 g carbohydrate
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
1/3 cup margarine
1/3 cup light brown sugar (lightly packed)
1/4 cup water
1 egg white
1 1/4 cup quick rolled oats
3/4 cup flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Makes 36 cookies.
In mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. Beat in water and egg white.
Combine rolled oats, flour, cinnamon, and baking soda. Stir into creamed mixture until
well mixed. Stir in chocolate chips. Grease or line baking sheets: Drop 1 tbsp. of dough
at a time, about 2 1/2 inches apart onto sheets, to make 36 equal cookies. Bake at 400oF
for 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown. Place cookies on rack to cool.
2 cookies = 14 g carbohydrate

This chart may help you with serving sizes:

Metric and Imperial Sizes
250 ml = 1 cup
175 ml = 3/4 cup
125 ml = 1/2 cup
60 ml = 1/4 cup
15 ml = 1 tablespoon (tbsp.)
5 ml = 1 teaspoon (tsp.)


Weekly Snack Rotation
Use this guide to help plan your child’s snacks for the week. Try to rotate snacks to increase variety. Your dietitian
will help you complete this chart.

source:http://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/documents/Patient%20Education/SnacksChildDiabetes-trh.pdf

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Top 5 Healthy Snacks for People With Diabetes

When your stomach starts to rumble, you need a snack that can curb your hunger without blowing your blood sugar.

Yes, you can snack if you have diabetes

When your stomach starts to rumble, you need a snack that can curb your hunger without blowing your blood sugar. Just like meals, snacks should be a combination of fat, protein, and carbohydrates. Aim for one that consists of 15 to 30 grams of carbohydrates and 100 to 200 calories (depending on your meal plan and medication). Here are five that typically get a seal of approval from diabetes educators and nutritionists.

1- Whole-grain crackers, grapes, and cottage cheese

Nutrient-rich whole grains like cracked wheat, whole wheat, rye, and quinoa can lower blood sugar and cholesterol. The cottage cheese adds protein to stabilize blood sugar, curb hunger pangs, and provide calcium for strong bones. Buy your favorite whole-grain crackers, and make sure that the first ingredient is whole-wheat flour or another whole grain, such as rye. (Even if the ingredient list says "wheat flour," it is not a whole-grain food unless it specifies "whole-wheat flour.") Arrange on a small plate 2 crackers, 1/4 cup nonfat cottage cheese, and 1/4 cup grapes. Serving size: 2 crackers, 1/4 cup cottage cheese, and 1/4 cup grapes. 

Nutritional information—Calories: 138, Total Carbohydrate: 21.2 g (7%), Dietary Fiber: 1.5 g (6%), Sugars 11.9 g

2- Homemade popcorn

Popcorn is high in fiber, and when made from scratch is an all-natural food without additives and artificial flavorings. Pour 1 tablespoon of mild-flavored oil such as canola into a heavy-bottomed medium-large pot. Cover the bottom of the pot with 1/2 cup of popcorn kernels spread in a thin layer. (If the kernels are too crowded, not all of them will pop.) Cover the pot and heat on medium, shaking the pot every minute or so until all of the kernels have popped. Take care not to cook too long, which could scorch the popped kernels. Sprinkle the popcorn with any of the following: 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon allspice, or 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese. Serving size: 1 cup. 

Nutritional information—Calories: 40, Total Carbohydrate: 5.8 g (2%), Dietary Fiber: 1.0 g (4%), Sugars 0.1 g

3- Apples and cheese

Fruit is an important part of any diet, even for people with diabetes; it provides fiber and other important nutrients. Portion control is important, because fruit is naturally high in sugar. When adding fruit to your meal plan, choose fruits lower in natural sugars, such as berries, melon, and apples, and always choose smaller whole fruits (or cut larger fruits in half). The cheese adds protein to help stabilize blood sugar and curb hunger pangs, and provides calcium for strong bones. Cut and core 1 small apple into 4 wedges. Cut 1 slice of reduced-fat Cheddar cheese into 4 pieces and place on apple wedges. Serving size: 1 apple wedge and 1/4 slice cheese. 

Nutrition information—Calories: 30, Total Carbohydrate: 5.3 g (2%), Dietary Fiber: 0.8 g (3%), Sugars 3.8 g

4- Black bean salad

Black beans are high in both fiber and protein, which help stabilize blood sugar and curb hunger pangs. Fiber can also help lower cholesterol. Tomatoes and other veggies add a variety of important nutrients as well as fiber. Rinse a 15-ounce can of lowest-sodium black beans under running water and drain well. Mix the beans in a medium bowl with 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes, 1/2 cup chopped cucumber or celery, 1/2 cup chopped green-bell pepper, and 1/4 cup peeled, cubed avocado. Stir in 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 1 clove minced fresh garlic (or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder), 1/8 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serving size: 1/2 cup salad. 

Nutrition information—Calories: 57, Total Carbohydrate: 10.6 g (4%), Dietary Fiber: 4.0 g (16%), Sugars 1.3 g

5- Veggies and fresh yogurt dip

Raw vegetables are rich in minerals, vitamins, and enzymes. The yogurt adds protein to help stabilize blood sugar and curb hunger pangs, and provides calcium for strong bones. Cut some fresh veggies such as carrots, celery, or broccoli into dipping-size pieces to measure 1/2 cup. (Prepare extra veggies in advance and keep in small,serving-size storage containers in the fridge for another day.) Create a simple, healthy dip by stirring together one 8-ounce carton of plain nonfat yogurt, 2 teaspoons of minced fresh dill weed (or 1 teaspoon dried dill weed), 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serving size: 1/2 cup veggies and 2 tablespoons of dip. 

Nutrition information—Calories: 31, Total Carbohydrate: 5.5 g (2% of Daily Value), Dietary Fiber: 1.2 g (5%), Sugars: 3.6 g

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The Best 28 Healthy Snacks

Nibble guilt-free with these snacks that clock in at 100 calories or less

1- Sliced Tomato with a sprinkle of Feta and Olive Oil

Lunch left something to be desired? This savory dish will make your taste buds happy.

2- Vitamuffin VitaTop

Pop this vitamin-rich fudgy treat before a morning meeting and that Danish won't look so damn good.

3- Starbucks Tall Skinny Latte

Score your caffeine fix along with a hunger-crushing 10-gram shot of protein and about a third of your daily calcium needs.

4- Banana

Naturally prepackaged goodness you can take anywhere, with the added benefit of cramp-preventing potassium.

5- 1/2 c edamame (measured shelled)

Eating this protein-packed pick-me-up out of the shell will help make the snack last longer.

6-  3 c Air-Popped Popcorn

Go ahead, nibble mindlessly as you zone out in front of Bravo. Even if you're watching trash, you 


won't be eating it.

7- Quaker Instant Oatmeal (regular flavor)

This speedy fiber- and protein-packed breakfast also makes for a warm, filling snack.

8- Yoplait Light Yogurt (fruit flavors)

This bone-building goodie provides 20 percent of your RDA for calcium and vitamin D.

9- 8 Shrimp and 4 1Tbsp Cocktail Sauce

The perfect appetizer—and no one at the table will know you're counting calories.

10- 2 Sargento Light String Cheese Snacks

Any food you can play with is a great distraction; plus, the protein battles mid-afternoon hunger pangs.

11- Curves Granola Bar

Stash chocolate-peanut or strawberries-and-cream bars in your glove box to help you resist the lure of the drive-thru when you're on the road.

12- 1 c Baby Carrots with 2 Tbsp Hummus

The crunchy texture keeps choppers busy, and tangy hummus feeds your need for comfort food.

13 - 1 1/4 oz Turkey Jerky

When you must have meat, chew on this low-cal, low-fat power snack.

14 -  1/2 Cantaloupe

Like most fruit, melon contains a lot of water. So you get a lot of food—and beta-carotene—for not a lot of calories.

15 - 1 c Vegetable Juice, such as V8, and 2 oz Oscar Mayer Oven-Roasted Turkey Breast

An antioxidant and protein-rich hunger-buster.

16 -  1 Tbsp Peanuts and 2 Tbsp Dried Cranberries

Toss together this pared-down trail mix and pre-measure into plastic baggies.

17- 1 c Strawberries and 3 Tbsp Cool Whip Free

For a totally guiltless dessert, dish up a bowl of this sweet, fiber-rich combo.

18-  3 Amy's Cheese Pizza Snacks

These hot, crispy, cheesy bites are possibly the most satisfying late-night snack ever.

19-  1 c Raspberries with 2 Tbsp Plain Yogurt and 1 tsp Honey

This sweet mix does the job until you can break away from your desk for a full meal.

20 -2 Egg Whites with 1 Slice Whole Wheat Toast

This protein-and-carb duo gives you a light but energizing start when you have a belly-busting lunch on your calendar.

21 -About 1/2 c Frozen Yogurt

When you crave a cool treat, dip into smooth and yummy fro-yo—it's nowhere near as high-calorie as ice cream.

22- 5 Hershey's Special Dark Chocolate Kisses

A cocoa fix that's equally rich in chocolaty taste and disease-fighting antioxidants—what more could you want in a snack?

23- 2/3 c Barbara's Bakery Cinnamon Puffins Cereal (dry)

Keep premeasured tubs in your desk drawer for an alternative to kettle chips when you're craving something crunchy.

24- 1 oz Yellowtail and 1 oz Tuna Sashimi with 1 packet Kikkoman Instant Tofu Miso Soup

Have it pre-party: The protein will keep you from wiping out the buffet.

25- 18 Fat Free Rold Gold Tiny Twists

Kill a carbs-and-salt craving in a single snack session.

26-2 oz Veggie Land Veg-T-Balls with 2 Tbsp Muir Glen Chunky Tomato Sauce

These low-fat vegetarian balls hit the spot.

27- Chocolate Milk (1 c nonfat milk + 1 Tbsp Hershey's Lite Chocolate Syrup)

Quell your inner cocoa monster and get a hit of calcium.

28- 1 Nutter Butter Granola Bar

This peanut bar tastes like something you'd get from the vending machine, minus the thigh-inflating effects.

Source: http://www.womenshealthmag.com/weight-loss/100-calorie-snacks

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