Fruit
Fruit Juice
Bad
Fruit Juice has a lot of added sugars to it. A healthy alternative could be some crystal light packets like fruit punch flavored or lemonade
Tuna
Good
Its low in carbohydrates and low in fat. It is also a good source of protein. Goes perfectly in a salad or just eating alone
Baked Sweet Potato
Good
The natural sugar present in sweet potatoes is considered healthy as it helps in controlling the blood sugar levels in the patient’s body. This also enables the vegetable in increasing the body’s sensitivity towards the hormone insulin.
Carrots
Good
A medium carrot contains only 4 grams of net carbs and is a low-glycemic food. Foods that are low in carbs and low on the glycemic index tend not to have a very large impact on blood sugar levels.
Greek Yogurt
Good
Lots of protein and less carbs and sugar then other yogurts. Add some fresh or frozen fruits for more flavor
Apples
Good
Apples have little significance on blood sugar levels and are a very healthy option when choosing fruit
Black Beans
Good
Black beans are a good source of fiber and protein
Oatmeal
Good
Heart healthy and lots of fiber. Be careful about instant flavored oatmeal's though they can have lots of added sugar
Idaho Potatoes
Bad
Actually a starch so high in carbohydrates try a more healthy alternative like sweet potatoes
Ice Cream
A lot of fat and sugar. Healthy alternative could be sugar free popsicles
Canned Fruit
Bad
Look at food label because a lot of canned fruit has added sugars in it.
Eggs
Good
Eggs are a very good source of protein and low in carbohydrates. Make a nice omelet with fresh vegetables and seasoning
Pasta Alfredo
Bad
Lots of carbs and calories in the pasta noodle and lots of fat and calories in the sauce. Stick to whole grain pastas with a nice hearty red sauce
Canned Vegetables
Bad
Read the labels on the can because most cans have a lot of sodium added to it too add more flavor
Skim Milk
Good
Great source of calcium and vitamin D. Less fat and less calories than other dairy products like whole milk.
Fresh Fruit
Good
Fresh is the best when it comes to choosing fruit and is the best kind of fruit you can eat
Pork Bacon
Bad
Very processed and high in saturated fats and additives. Try substituting with a leaner healthier alternative like turkey bacon
White Rice
Bad
White rice can raise blood glucose significantly. Brown rice is a much healthier alternative
Peas
Bad
Very starchy. Healthier alternative could be spinach or broccoli
Sour Cream
Bad
Try low-fat sour cream as a healthy alternative
Fruit Smoothie
Bad
Fruit Smoothies seem healthy but can have a lot of sugar and added ingredients. Try making your own fruit smoothies at home and add things like spinach or apples
Ribs
Bad
Ribs are very high in fat so stick with lean meats such as chicken breast
Quinoa
Good
Excellent source of protein and fiber
Mushrooms
Good
Very low in calories and also considered very low glycemic index food.
Cottage Cheese
Bad
A lot of fat in regular cottage cheese. A healthy alternative would be low-fat cottage cheese