Not Only Sugar Is Sweet Plain table sugar and its numerous taste-alikes may be one of our most popular food commodities. People come by their love for sweetness naturally. According to the experts, humans are born generally preferring sweet over bitter or sour tastes....carbohydrates exchanges

Food Exchange Information For Diabetics The diabetic patient's meal plan should specify that he or she can have specific numbers of exchanges; for example, a typical lunch may allow two bread, two meat, one fat, two vegetable, and one fruit portion. By referring to a list of exchanges, the person can develop his or her own menu. The idea is that by following the exchange system, the person will automatically pirate distribution of carbohydrates, protein, and fats.

Splendid Summer Berries The juicy flavor of sun-sweet berries is one of the true delights of summer. Fresh from pick-your-own fields, farm stands and supermarkets, berries are a good source of fiber. The seeds provide insoluble fiber and the flesh is loaded with pectin, a soluble fiber. One cup of berries packs about half the vitamin C you'll need all day, but has only about 50 to 60 calories.

How to Chop a Tomato Learn how to chop a tomato - it's easy if you know how! From The Diabetic Gourmet Magazine Cooking Lessons Department.

Alcoholic Beverages and Diabetes Most people with diabetes can drink alcohol safely if they drink in moderation (one or two drinks occasionally), because in higher quantities alcohol can cause health problems.

Please Pass The Peanut Butter Peanut butter's gotten a bad rap, up until now. Nutritionists and health researchers are just learning that peanut butter is a good source of protein, fiber, folate, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium and even phytochemicals!