Israeli Dietitian Offers Four Diabetes-Friendly Recipes
Translated & summarized from Makor Rishon by baba
One in ten Israeli adults has diabetes, but lifestyle changes can significantly reduce risk. Batya Alimalech, a diabetes dietitian, has created four recipes for diabetics, including vegetarian shawarma, zucchini soup, fish kebabs, and tahini chocolate truffles. These dishes demonstrate that managing blood sugar can be achieved without compromising on taste.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- One in ten Israeli adults has diabetes, with many more undiagnosed.
- Lifestyle changes like weight loss and exercise can cut diabetes risk by 58%.
- Batya Alimalech, a diabetes dietitian, offers four new recipes for diabetics.
- Recipes include vegetarian shawarma, zucchini soup, fish kebabs, and tahini chocolate truffles.
- Regular blood tests are essential for early diabetes detection.
One in ten adults in Israel lives with diabetes, with many more undiagnosed in pre-diabetic stages. While genetics and age play a role, lifestyle factors like excess weight, inactivity, and poor diet are controllable. A significant American study found that a 5-7% reduction in body weight and about 150 minutes of weekly activity lowered diabetes risk by 58%. Regular blood tests are crucial as diabetes often progresses silently.
Batya Alimalech, a diabetes dietitian and nutrition consultant for the Israeli Diabetes Association, has developed four recipes designed for diabetics, proving that balanced eating doesn't mean sacrificing flavor. These recipes include vegetarian shawarma, zucchini soup, fish kebabs, and tahini chocolate truffles, all crafted to be suitable for those managing blood sugar levels.
The vegetarian shawarma recipe uses tofu and portobello mushrooms seasoned with shawarma spices. The zucchini soup is a light and flavorful option made with zucchini, leek, parsley root, celery root, garlic, and dill, finished with lemon juice. Fish kebabs are prepared with white fish, herbs, garlic, chili, egg, and almond flour or breadcrumbs, then pan-fried or grilled. Finally, the tahini chocolate truffles are made with 90% cocoa chocolate, tahini, and a sugar substitute, coated in cocoa powder.
