The Peanut Butter Diabetes Remedy

Peanut butter packs a one-two punch against blood-sugar spikes because it contains both protein and “good” fat—the unsaturated type that protects your heart and reduces inflammation, and that also digests slowly for even blood-sugar control. In one major study, women who ate peanut butter at least five times a week were as much as 30 percent less likely to develop diabetes! Here are five creative ways to eat more peanut butter, for your health and pleasure. Just remember: Peanut butter contains lots of calories. To avoid gaining weight, keep each serving to a tablespoon. 1. Spread a tablespoon of peanut butter on whole-grain waffles or pancakes for breakfast. Add berries for fiber, too! 2. Make a peanut butter and banana sandwich on whole-grain bread for a pack-and-go lunch. Or smear half a banana with some peanut butter as a snack. 3. Spread peanut butter on whole-grain crackers instead of cheese. 4. Spread peanut butter on apple slices, celery sticks, or carrots for an extra-low GL snack. 5. Mix peanut butter into oatmeal for a creamy, high-protein, high-fiber breakfast.