Traditionally, sweet desserts like pies have a high carbohydrate content due to sugar, dairy, flour, and other ingredients. Fortunately, some varieties can safely be incorporated into a healthy eating plan that focuses on blood sugar level management.

1. Pumpkin Pie

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This holiday favorite is generally lower in sugar, fat, and calories compared to other alternatives, such as pecan pie. Pumpkin pie contains the addition of pumpkin puree , which is abundant in nutrients like vitamin A. Plus, the cinnamon and nutmeg found in pumpkin pie spice have anti-inflammatory properties that research suggests may help improve blood sugar and lipid levels.

Avoiding added sugar as much as possible and using portion control is key to making desserts like pies blood sugar-

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