4 Tasty, Easy, Healthy Recipes You'll Love

These diabetic-friendly recipes are just as delicious as they are healthy.

Diet and exercise are powerful tools for lowering blood sugar -- so powerful in fact that they free many people with diabetes from medication and insulin. And using these "power" tools is easier than ever before. Recent research into how foods affect blood sugar has shown that your diet need not be as restrictive as experts once believed. It can include virtually any food you like, as long as you watch your calorie intake. Here are four delicious, simple and healthy options.

Carrot-Pecan Muffins
These moist whole-grain muffins are sweetened with cider, raisins, carrots, and just a touch of brown sugar. Low-fat yogurt is a healthy substitute for the oil or butter found in other muffins.

Gulf Coast Hot Crab Dip
Lumps of crab in a spicy sauce make a wonderful and festive appetizer. But savor this treat only in small amounts -- limit yourself to two or three crackers with dip.

Stir-Fried Chicken With Snow Peas and Baby Corn
Here is a quick and delicious stir-fry recipe for busy nights that is good enough for company.

Marble Cheesecake
A dazzling, delectable dessert that can fit within almost any diet plan.

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