Soul Food and Sugar: 6 Delicious Substitutes for Black Diabetics

It’s called ‘soul’ food for a reason.  But did you know all that good feeling may be coming at a serious cost to your health? Despite being the cornerstone of Black culture, many of these traditional dishes are packed with sugar, fat, and carbohydrates, a particular problem for the Black diabetic.  Fortunately, this doesn’t have to be.  Here are six delicious substitutes that still give you all that soul, without all those nasty effects. 1. Rice and Beans Quinoa Salad with Black-Eyed Peas and Vegetables Why It’s Good for Ya: Quinoa is a whole grain full of protein and fiber. In other words, it’s great for your blood sugar. Meanwhile, black-eyed peas also come high in fiber and protein, further helping your blood sugar levels. What Ya Need: 2 cups water 2 tbsps olive oil 2 tbsps apple cider vinegar 1 cup rinsed quinoa 1 diced cucumber 1 can rinsed/drained black-eyed peas 1 diced red bell pepper 1/4 cup well-chopped red onion 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley What Ya Do:  Start with a medium pot and bring the quinoa and water to a boil. Then bring down the heat, cover it, and let it simmer for 15 minutes to absorb...