Choco and Soy Yogurt Smoothie with Flaxseed Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins Author: Celeste Jarabese Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 fl.oz. (237 ml) Glucerna Shake, Rich Chocolate flavour 6 oz. soy yogurt, organic 1 tsp. flaxseeds Instructions Combine the Glucerna Shake (Rich Chocolate), soy yogurt, and flaxseeds in a high speed blender. Process for 10 seconds. Pour in chilled tall glasses. Serve and enjoy. Notes Diabetic Exchange0 Fruit, ? Fat, ? Starch, 1 Carb, 1 Reduced Fat Milk Nutrition Information Calories: 168 Fat: 6.6g Saturated fat: 0.9g Unsaturated fat: 0 Trans fat: 0 Carbohydrates: 16.8g Sugar: 9.5g Sodium: 158mg Fiber: 2.6g Protein: 11.5g Cholesterol: 5mg 3.2.2925 ?]]>
Cherry Vanilla Shake with Hemp Seeds Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins Author: Celeste Jarabese Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 fl.oz. (237 ml) Glucerna Shake, Homemade Vanilla flavour ? cup skim milk 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted 1 tsp. hemp seeds Instructions Combine the Glucerna Shake (Homemade Vanilla), skim milk, cherries, and hemp seeds in a high speed blender Process for 20 seconds or until smooth. Pour in serving glasses. Garnish with cherry, if desired. Serve and enjoy. Notes Diabetic Exchange? Fruit, ? Fat, ? Starch, 1 Carb, 1 Reduced Fat Milk Nutrition Information Calories: 157 Fat: 4.7g Saturated fat: 0.6g Carbohydrates: 19.5g Sugar: 13.5g Sodium: 183mg Fiber: 2.8g Protein: 10.6g Cholesterol: 6mg 3.2.2925 ?]]>
Vanilla Strawberry and Almond Shake Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins Author: Celeste Jarabese Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 fl.oz. (237 ml) Glucerna Shake, Homemade Vanilla flavour ? cup organic almond milk, unsweetened 1 cup strawberries, halved 1 Tbsp. pistachio nuts, unsalted Instructions Combine the Glucerna Shake (Homemade Vanilla), almond milk, strawberries, and pistachio nuts in a high speed blender Process for 20 seconds or until smooth. Pour in serving glasses. Garnish with strawberry, if desired. Serve and enjoy. Notes Diabetic Exchange? Fruit, 1 ? Fat, ? Starch, 1 Carb, ? Reduced Fat Milk Nutrition Information Calories: 143 Fat: 6.6g Saturated fat: 0.7g Trans fat: 0g Carbohydrates: 13.9g Sugar: 6.8g Sodium: 194mg Fiber: 3.6g Protein: 9.1g Cholesterol: 5mg 3.2.2925 ?]]>
Choco Banana and Peanut Butter Smoothie Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins Author: Celeste Jarabese Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 fl.oz. (237 ml) Glucerna Shake, Rich Chocolate flavour ⅔ cup skim milk 1 medium banana, sliced 1 Tbsp. peanut butter Instructions Combine the Glucerna Shake (Rich Chocolate), skim milk, banana, and peanut butter in a high speed blender. Process for 20 seconds or until smooth. Pour in chilled glasses. Garnish with banana slices, if desired. Serve and enjoy. Notes Diabetic Exchange? Fruit, 1 Fat, ? Starch, 1 Carb, 1 Reduced Fat Milk Nutrition Information Calories: 220 Fat: 8.2g Saturated fat: 1.4g Trans fat: 1.4g Carbohydrates: 26.1g Sugar: 15g Sodium: 231mg Fiber: 3.5g Protein: 12.8g Cholesterol: 7mg 3.2.2925 ?]]>
Vanilla Peach and Almond Smoothie Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins Author: Celeste Jarabese Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 fl.oz. (237 ml) Glucerna Shake, Homemade Vanilla flavour 1 medium peach, sliced ⅔ cup organic almond milk, unsweetened 4 ice cubes Instructions Combine the Glucerna Shake (Homemade Vanilla), peach, almond milk, and ice cubes in a high speed blender. Process for 20 seconds or until smooth. Pour in serving glasses. Serve and enjoy. Notes Diabetic Exchange? Fruit, 1 Fat, 1 Starch 1 Carb, 1 Reduced Fat Milk Nutrition Information Calories: 119 Fat: 5g Saturated fat: 0.5g Carbohydrates: 12g Sugar: 7.1g Sodium: 211mg Fiber: 2.6g Protein: 8.3g Cholesterol: 5mg 3.2.2925 ?]]>
Lychee Vanilla Yogurt Smoothie Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins Author: Celeste Jarabese Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 fl.oz. (237 ml) Glucerna Shake, Homemade Vanilla flavour 6 oz. low-fat Greek yogurt 6 pcs. lychees, pitted 4 ice cubes Instructions Combine the Glucerna Shake (Homemade Vanilla), Greek yogurt, lychees, and ice cubes in a high speed blender. Process for 20 seconds or until smooth. Pour in chilled tall glasses. Serve and enjoy. Notes Diabetic Exchange? Fruit, 1 Fat, 1 Starch 1 Carb, 1 Reduced Fat Milk Nutrition Information Calories: 186 Fat: 5.0g Saturated fat: 1.1g Carbohydrates: 25.7g Sugar: 18.9g Sodium: 196mg Fiber: 1.5g Protein: 10.9g Cholesterol: 9mg 3.2.2925 ?]]>
? Banana Blackberry and Vanilla Shake Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins Author: Celeste Jarabese Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 fl.oz. (237 ml) Glucerna Shake, Homemade Vanilla flavour 1 medium banana, sliced ? cup blackberries, frozen ? cup organic almond milk, unsweetened Instructions Combine the Glucerna Shake (Homemade Vanilla), banana, blackberries, and almond milk in a high speed blender. Process for 20 seconds or until smooth. Pour in chilled tall glasses. Serve and enjoy. Notes Diabetic Exchange? Fruit, 1 Fat, 1 Starch 1 Carb, ? Reduced Fat Milk Nutrition Information Calories: 166 Fat: 5g Saturated fat: 0.6g Carbohydrates: 24.2g Sugar: 12g Sodium: 197mg Fiber: 5.2g Protein: 8.9g Cholesterol: 5mg 3.2.2925 ?]]>
Easy Choco Coffee and Almond Smoothie Prep time 5 mins Total time 5 mins Author: Celeste Jarabese Serves: 2 Ingredients 8 fl.oz. (237 ml) Glucerna Shake, Rich Chocolate flavour 1 shot espresso, freshly brewed ? cup organic almond milk, unsweetened 4 ice cubes Instructions Combine the Glucerna Shake (Rich Chocolate), almond milk, espresso, and ice cubes in a high speed blender. Process for 20 seconds or until smooth. Pour in chilled tall glasses. Serve and enjoy. Notes Diabetic Exchange0 Fruit, 1 Fat, 1 Starch 1 Carb, ? Reduced Fat Milk Nutrition Information Calories: 98 Fat: 4.6g Saturated fat: 0.5g Carbohydrates: 7.3g Sugar: 3.0g Sodium: 196mg Fiber: 1.8g Protein: 7.8g Cholesterol: 5mg 3.2.2925 ?]]>
GLUCERNA? Nutritional Vanilla Shake AS A COSTCO SHOPPER, you most likely have come across container after container of meal and snack replacement options.? From shakes to bars, these products can be marketed to do everything from help you to build muscle, lose weight, and even better control your blood glucose levels. But do they really do what they claim? Are meal replacements such as these products necessary for those with diabetes? Let’s take a closer look. What are meal replacements? Meal replacements are liquid shakes or bars that are eaten alone or in combination with foods such as fresh fruit and vegetables to replace a standard breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Meal replacements typically contain a high percentage of protein along with carbohydrates and fats to replicate the nutrients that would be found in a meal. These products are also typically fortified with vitamins and minerals. The calorie content and nutrient profile of the replacement determine whether it should be used as a meal, a snack, or as part of a meal with fruits and vegetables added. For instance, a shake with only 100 calories would not be substantial enough alone to be counted as a meal. However, this shake [...]]]>