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Red Snapper

Contributed by: NAPSA

A Quick, Healthy Dish For People With Diabetes And Their Families

By the National Diabetes Education Program

(NAPSA) - Diabetes is a serious disease that results in high glucose (sugar levels) in the blood, which can lead to serious health problems. Almost 24 million people in the United States have the disease. If you have diabetes, you know that the day-to-day steps needed to manage the disease can be hard.

Diabetes can lead to blindness, loss of limb, kidney failure, heart disease, and early death. Managing diabetes can be easier if you set goals and make a plan. Talk with your health care team about making a plan, which should include ways to make healthier food choices, increase your physical activity, and reach and stay at a healthy weight. One part of your plan may be learning how to prepare a quick, healthy dish for your family.

Follow these tips from the National Diabetes Education Program to make healthier meals that your whole family can enjoy:

• Before going to the grocery store, check flyers, ads, and websites to see what is on sale. Make a list of what you need, and check to see what foods you already have at home.

• Find recipes online or at your local library that have five to 10 ingredients or less.

• Buy fresh fruits and vegetables that are in season-they usually cost less.

• Buy items like fat-free or low-fat milk, cheese, and yogurt in the largest size you know your family will consume so you are not paying for extra packaging.

• Instead of flavored rice, buy plain brown rice. Add fresh or dried herbs and spices to add flavor.

• Look for deals on whole-grain, day-old breads in the bakery department. Search for specials on lean cuts at the meat counter.

• Prepare meals in advance to make mealtime less stressful, and use the leftovers to make other dishes.

Nutritional Information: Per Serving for Red Snapper: Serving size 1/4 red snapper (or 3 oz.) with 1/2 cup vegetables. Calories 285, Calories From Fat 80, Total Fat 10g, Saturated Fat 2g, Cholesterol 35mg, Sodium 160mg, Dietary Fiber 2g, Total Carbohydrate 8g, Protein 19g.