Diabetes Self-Management

Scrumptious Lower-Carb Lunches

Are you stumped about what to eat for lunch? Whether you eat at home or at work, it can be a challenge to plan nutritious and delicious midday meals to satisfy your taste buds without breaking your carbohydrate and calorie budgets. But there is an approach that can fulfill your requirements on all fronts: It’s time to move from boring ol’ sandwiches to scrumptious lower-carb lunches that will keep you satisfied and perk up your day!

Five Tips for Low-Carb Lunches

TIP 1: Stock up on low-carb veggies that are packed with phytonutrients, antioxidants, and fiber. Health expert Karen Rose Tank, MS, shares, “I enjoy low-carb dips like salsa and guacamole and use my veggies as chips.”

TIP 2: Looking for some crunch? Try crackers made out of flaxseeds, which are low in carbs and high in fiber. Add a spoonful of natural almond butter for a truly satisfying snack.

Read nutrition labels. Pay attention to serving sizes and take note of the grams of carbohydrate, protein, and fiber. Make sure that you are aware of what constitutes a single serving, as the entire package may actually be two or three servings,

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