Sweet Desserts Seniors With Diabetes Can Enjoy

One of the things that seniors struggle with after being diagnosed with diabetes is not being able to enjoy their favorite sweets anymore. But having diabetes doesn’t mean that your mom or dad can’t have sweets, it just means they have to be more careful about what sweets they’re eating. If your mom or dad has a sweet tooth, but also has diabetes, senior home care providers can help them make and enjoy sweet treats.

Desserts that are made with refined sugar and flour should be avoided by diabetic seniors. However, there are lots of sweet treats made with natural sweeteners and other foods that seniors with diabetes can have.

You loved could try some sweet treats like these:

Chia Seed Pudding

Pudding is a great dessert for seniors because it’s easy to eat, filling, and sweet. Chia-seed pudding can be made with almond milk and sweetened with a sugar substitute or a small amount of honey. Chia seed pudding is rich in fiber and omega-3s and made without any refined sugar flour.

Baked Apples

Baked apples are a classic dessert that is naturally sweet and delicious. Apples are packed with vitamins and minerals. Apples are also high in fiber. It’s also an easy dessert to make. A senior home care provider can make baked apples for your mom or dad.

To make baked apples just core the apples, then put a tablespoon of butter and some brown sugar inside the apple. After that, bake them with cinnamon and a sprinkle of nutmeg until they are soft. Serve with a dollop of whipped Greek yogurt for added protein.

Berry Parfait

Layer fresh berries with Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of granola. Berries are low in sugar and high in antioxidants. And because the sugar in berries is natural, it’s easier for the body to break down.

Dark Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Dip fresh strawberries in melted dark chocolate for a treat that’s lower in sugar and rich in antioxidants. You can also dip a cold or frozen banana in melted chocolate for a delicious chocolate dessert.

Avocado Chocolate Mousse

Blend ripe avocados with unsweetened cocoa powder and a sugar substitute for a creamy, rich dessert that’s high in healthy fats.

Coconut Macaroons

Make macaroons with unsweetened shredded coconut and egg whites, sweetening with a sugar substitute to keep the carbs lower.

Frozen Yogurt Bark

Spread Greek yogurt on a baking sheet, top with berries and a sprinkle of nuts, then freeze. Break into pieces for a refreshing snack.

Pumpkin Flax Muffins

Bake muffins using whole wheat flour, pumpkin puree, and flaxseed, sweetening with a sugar substitute. These are nutritious and filling.

Fruit Salad with Lime Dressing

Combine a variety of fresh fruits and drizzle with a lime juice dressing for a light, refreshing dessert. This is a wonderful spring or summer dessert that makes it easy for your mom or dad to enjoy all the delicious berries that are in season.

Nut and Seed Energy Balls

This dessert may not sound that appealing, but it’s delicious. Mix oats, nut butter, chia seeds, and a sugar substitute, then roll into balls for a healthy, no-bake treat.

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Kevin’s life and the lives of his immediate family have been impacted by caregivers – either as a patient or a caregiver - for as long as he can remember.He watched his mother take care of his grandmother until her death at the age of 97.Five years later, his father passed from a neurological disorder that was subsequently confirmed as Lewy Body Dementia.In 2007, his wife, Lori, was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis.The symptoms of Lori’s disease required Kevin to hire a caregiver during the periods of her relapses.

Prior to purchasing Elder Care, Kevin spent over 20 years in the health insurance industry.In his most recent position, he was in a financial operations role with Humana where he worked with doctors, nurses and other health professionals developing programs to keep Humana members healthy.Their focus on primary care and medication adherence improved the lives of thousands of seniors in Kansas City and the surrounding area.

Kevin and his wife, Lori, have three children.Kevin has Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from the University of Missouri.

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