The Diabetic Goodie Cookbook

(Paperback)

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For those with diabetes, it can be hard to prepare desserts that are healthy and suitable for everyone they share a meal with - not just themselves. The Diabetic Goodie Cookbook is the solution.

From cookies and bars to all kinds of cakes, muffins, pies, scones, puddings, and more, this book provides nearly 200 recipes to satisfy the sweet tooth, using whole grains only and no artificial sweeteners. Whether it's Fudgy Brownies, Blueberry Nectarine Crisp, Creamy Ricotta Cheesecake, or Peach Harvest Pie, this meticulously researched and developed collection of recipes is sure to provide delectable desserts while reducing risk of high blood sugar and high blood cholesterol - without sacrificing taste.

It also includes a guide to carb counting, food labels, nutrition claims, and healthy hints for snacking to go above and beyond your average dessert cookbook.

Reviews

"A foolproof guide for both diabetics and anyone in search of a healthier approach to eating sweets."--Publishers Weekly

"A must-have cookbook for those with diabetes or anyone who enjoys delectable desserts. The variety of recipes, cooking hints, and other helpful information make this book a classic."--Felicia Busch, MPH, RD, FADA, LN, president of Felicia Busch Association and spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association

"For those who cherish a dessert or sweet treat as part of a healthy eating plan, this is a delicious collection of recipes, much more than a cookbook. The tips for preparation, cooking, serving, and storing make light and easy work in the kitchen."--Nancy Cooper, RD, LD, CDE, diabetes nutrition specialist, International Diabetes Center, and author of Joy of Snacks

"The recipes are so tasty and work! These low-calorie goodies can be enjoyed any time of the day and allows you to satisfy your sweet tooth while still eating sensibly."--Linda Hachfeld, MPH, RD, author of Cooking la Heart and Gifts of the Heart

Author Bio

Kathy Kochan was diagnosed with diabetes at five years old. For years, she managed her diabetes using an insulin pump, ate dessert every day, and credited her excellent health to conscientious food preparation. She was a cooking enthusiast, regularly lecturing and teaching healthy cooking classes in her native New Jersey. In 2010, she passed away after a 22- year battle with breast cancer; she was also a proud 56-year survivor of insulin-dependent diabetes. She is survived by her husband, Henry, and her sons, David and Marc.