A perfect accompaniment to any meal! If doctors have tagged sugar-laden drinks with a ‘no-no’ for you, here’s a diabetic-friendly drink made using healthy fruits and sugar-free soda.
Fruits are rich in fibre, iron, and other vitamins like vitamin C and A, and contain natural fruit sugar that does not fluctuate blood sugar levels. The use of a sugar substitute makes it taste even better… however those who like it as it is can relish the drink even without a sweetener.
Here is a quick drink to stimulate your gastronomic juices! This appetising dish should ideally be made only with fresh fruits since canned fruits are loaded with sugar; but if you have no choice, remember to remove the sugar syrup in order to make it suitable for the diabetic palate.
When peaches are in season, try to buy fresh ones, which should first be cooked in a little water with some sugar substitute before being used in the juice. And do not forget to add the ginger juice, which imparts an unusually enticing tang to the peaches.
This popular drink made from the potent Mexican liquor Tequila is served in chilled, salt rimmed stemmed glasses. When strawberry or kiwi are not in season use readymade strawberry or kiwi crush…… and remember to reduce the sugar proportionately. You can also make them with lemons or pineapples. Some people like salt around the rim of the glass; some don't. I do. A hint of salt on the tongue contrasts with the sweetness of the fruit and sets off the tequila's unique flavor. This drink is equally delicious without the tequila too.