You Can Enjoy Summer if You Have Diabetes

You Can Enjoy Summer if You Have Diabetes By Barbie Cervoni, RD, CDE We are into the heart of summer - bring on the parties! If you've been avoiding barbecues because you don't think there will be anything for you to eat, you can stop now. Don't let others fool you into thinking that you can't enjoy summer's signature foods and beverages. There are ways to enjoy barbecues - learn about which foods and drinks are best to choose, how to eat corn and whether or not you can drink alcohol.  Best Barbecue Bites and Beverages  If you are someone with Type 2 diabetes you may be dread going to barbecues because of the temptation to indulge. The good news is that you can enjoy your family barbecue without having your diabetes spiral out of control. But you need to be prepared. Learn how to navigate the buffet table without compromising your meal plan... READ NOW Safe Alcohol Consumption for People with Type 2 Diabetes  Studies have shown that moderate alcohol consumption may have favorable effects such as, raising good cholesterol (HDL) and lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease. Some studies suggest that moderate alcohol consumption may even reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. The most important rule is to keep consumption moderate. The American Heart Association defines moderate alcohol consumption as 1 drink per day for women and 2 drinks per day for men... READ NOW You Can Incorporate Corn into Your Meal Plan  Sweet corn is indicative of summer - most often it's a staple food at barbecues and outdoor cookouts. And rightfully so - not only is it delicious, it's good for you too. In fact, fresh sweet corn is rich in vitamin C, magnesium, B vitamins and carotenoids, such as leutin, and zeaxanthin. Corn contains very little fat, less than 1g per serving (without toppings), and is a good source of fiber, clocking in around 3g per half cup... READ NOW Drink This Not That  Adequate hydration is important for health. The total amount of water you need is dependent on several factors, such as climate and exercise. Having diabetes may also increase the amount of water you need to stay hydrated. The American Heart Association says, "Keeping the body hydrated helps the heart pump blood through the blood vessels to the muscles." If you choose the wrong types of drinks you can damage your diabetes and your waistline...  READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Quiz: Are You At Risk For Burnout? Are You More of an Extrovert or an Introvert? Test Your Perfectionist Tendencies What Kind of Intelligence Do You Have? How "Type A" Are You? Quiz: Are You an 'Adrenaline Junkie?' How Much of a Nutrition Whiz Are You? Were You Affected by an Alcoholic Parent? AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Type 2 Diabetes newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.