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About Diabetes Diet Home Delivery Services

It is important for diabetics to eat healthy in order to maintain their blood sugar levels. People with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes must count calories and carbohydrates in order to keep their blood sugar under control. Home delivery of pre-cooked diabetic meals shipped directly to your door makes it much easier for diabetic patients to control their diets.

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    • If you have diabetes, eating healthy has just gotten a whole lot easier. Home delivery of pre-cooked diabetic meals right to your front door is an option many diabetics are turning to help control their blood sugar and control their weight. The American Diabetes Association recommends selecting a lean protein, a high fiber, a carbohydrate, and fruit or vegetable in each meal.

    Considerations

    • There are so many home meal delivery companies to choose from on the Internet. Find out what your delivery options are and how soon you will receive your meals once you place your order. Companies ship your meals as soon as possible to ensure freshness of your food. Find out if ordering meals on a weekly, biweekly or monthly makes a difference in price. Most companies ship within the continental United States.

    Considerations

    • Depending on your budget, how much are you willing to spend on meals? Do you want 2 or 3 meals a day with or without snacks? Will you need meals 5 or 7 days a week? Find out if ordering meals on a weekly, biweekly or monthly basis makes a difference in price. How fast can you receive your meals at your home? Find out about shipping options and the cost of delivery.

    Types

    • BistroMD.com is a meal delivery service that caters to diabetics and pre-diabetics. For example, a full week with snacks the cost is about $180 a week. You also get free access to a team of dietitians. BistroMD ships their meals every week right to your door. "The program focuses on lean protein, complex carbohydrates, and low fat. The lean protein is what is going to keep you feeling full and maintain your blood sugars. We avoid any of the simple sugars like white bread, potatoes and pasta."

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    • Healthy Chef Creations (healthychefcreations.com) "advocates a diet that is rich in organic lean proteins, organic vegetables, organic high-fiber grains, healthy fats (such as first-pressed extra virgin olive oil), and organic beans in their natural form."
      DineWise.com claims to be "America's most popular website for prepared meals and meal delivery services nationwide." The company has 10 meal plans to choose from, with the option to create your own meals. You can also order meals with low-sodium option, too. Whether you are Type 1 or Type 2 diabetic, there are so many online meal delivery services that are fast, affordable and taste great.

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