Healthy Summer Treats for Balanced Blood Sugar - Ask a Nutritionist

Healthy Summer Treats for Balanced Blood Sugar - Ask a Nutritionist

Author: Nutritional Weight & Wellness, Inc. July 24, 2025 Duration: 9:58
Looking for summer dessert ideas that won’t send your blood sugar soaring? In this episode, dietitian Amy Crum shares her top 10 favorite real-food summer treats, like protein whipped cream with fresh fruit, cottage cheese chocolate pudding, peanut butter banana bites, homemade popsicles, yogurt bark, fruit crisps, and more. Learn how to enjoy sweet snacks at gatherings or at home, all while keeping your energy steady and cravings in check. Plus, get tips for cool, refreshing summer drinks that satisfy without a sugar crash. Perfect for anyone wanting delicious, easy, blood sugar-friendly desserts for the hottest days of the year!

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