Cooking/Baking for Loved One with Type 2 Diabetes

Hi i was wonddering what so u do if your sugars are in the 200 and rhen goes to 303 and then 2 hrs later it goes back to 275 and my sugars has never been rhis high for a long time and staying there

Hello @__Ash__ , how are you? 😊

Thank you for reaching out to our community! I think it's really wonderful and thoughtful of you to want to support your loved one by making tasty, diabetic-friendly treats for them.

Let me invite a few members of our diabetes community to share ideas:

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If you have a recipe to share or tips on how to modify traditional baking to make it more diabetes-friendly, please comment below. Looking forward to your delicious and health-conscious recipes! 😋

Take care,

Somya from the Carenity team 🌼

I’ve got a similar situation at home with my dad, who has type 2 diabetes. When it comes to baking for him, I’ve found that using almond flour or coconut flour instead of regular flour helps a lot. They’re lower in carbs and have a nice texture. For sweeteners, I’ve switched to stevia or erythritol, which don’t spike blood sugar levels.

For snacks, we love making Greek yogurt with berries and a bit of nuts on top – it’s quick and satisfying. Also, try making bread with flaxseed or chia seeds for extra fiber.

I’ve been cooking more lately and wanted to find out if shepherd's pie is good for diabetics. Is shepherd’s pie good for type 2 diabetics? Type 2 diabetic patients may experience abnormal blood sugar spikes (which can cause damage to nerves, organs, and blood vessels) as a result of the insulin not being utilized as it should. Hence, there is a need for a balanced diet rich in fats, proteins, and fiber from complex carbs for effective management of the condition, and shepherd’s pie is one such dish. I recommend reading the article Is shepherd's pie good for diabetics? to get more details.

For diabetic-friendly sweet baked items, you might want to try recipes that use alternative sweeteners like stevia or erythritol, which won't spike blood sugar levels. Almond flour and coconut flour are great low-carb options for baking. For example, you can make delicious almond flour cookies sweetened with stevia or monk fruit. Another great option is using Greek yogurt in your recipes to add moisture and protein, making the treats more filling and nutritious without adding unnecessary carbs.

I recently stumbled upon a really interesting article about Peruvian Anticuchos Recipe (Grilled Skewers). It reminded me how diverse and healthy cooking can be, which got me thinking about how we can apply similar creativity to diabetic-friendly recipes. Anticuchos are marinated beef heart skewers, and while it might sound exotic, the recipe focuses on lean protein and flavorful spices without relying on sugary marinades or high-carb sides. This approach can be applied to baking too—using flavorful, low-carb ingredients to create satisfying alternatives. You can check out more details there for some culinary inspiration!