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Smart Snacking: Mediterranean Snacks That Keep Blood Sugar Steady

Whether you're managing pre-diabetes or just trying to avoid the 3 p.m. slump, smart snacking can be a game-changer. In this post, you'll find easy snack combos that support blood sugar and energy!

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Pam Fullenweider MS, RDN
Nov 24, 2025
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You know that feeling when you’re running errands on an empty stomach, maybe you skipped breakfast, or your lunch didn’t quite hold you over, and suddenly you find yourself in line at Michael’s, craving the Reese’s and pretzels at the checkout counter?

...Or you show up to a holiday party absolutely starving, and before you’ve even put your coat down, you’ve inhaled a handful of peanut M&M’s on the counter? It’s happened to us all!

This month, in honor of National Diabetes Month, we’ve been diving into all things blood sugar balance, prediabetes, and how the Mediterranean lifestyle supports metabolic health, without cutting out the foods (and holiday moments) you love.

And one of the most underrated tools? Snacks.

Snacking isn’t about grazing all day or cutting meals—it’s about giving your body the steady fuel it needs between meals. It’s also one of the best ways to avoid the “hangry” crash that can lead to impulse eating or overeating later.

So today, we’re sharing simple snack ideas and my go-to “snack formula” that’s especially helpful for anyone managing blood sugar, prediabetes, or just trying to feel more balanced through the day (and the holidays).

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