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dLife and Lindsay Olives Partner to Promote Olives as Diabetes-friendly Food

April 04, 2011

Olives Recommended as a Food Suitable for a Diabetic Diet

Lafayette, CALIF. (April 4, 2011) – Lindsay Olives has recently partnered with dLife, the number one community network and resource for people living with diabetes, to promote olives as a diabetes-friendly food choice. Lindsay Olives produces a variety of olives that are full of flavor and nutrients, and contribute to a healthy lifestyle.

Individuals living with diabetes need a healthy diet that will help with blood sugar control. Olives are a great food for such a diet because they have no sugar, are low in sodium, fiber-rich and low in carbohydrates. Foods high in carbohydrates can cause blood sugar to spike, so olives are a great option to help people with diabetes to control their carbohydrate intake. Olives also contain the natural fats that contribute to the heart healthy diet that dLife recommends and have less sodium per serving than a slice of bread.

“We at Lindsay Olives are so pleased to co-host recipes and articles with dLife,” said Jennifer Fuchs of Lindsay Olives. “Olives offer many health benefits to people living with diabetes, and they are also rich with flavor and versatility so that people can truly enjoy their food.”

Lindsay Olives also make a great ingredient substitute for recipes that may be high in sugars, salts or carbohydrates. For example, one recipe idea is an olive tapenade made with Lindsay’s green ripe Naturals, which could be used as a substitute for a fruity jam atop brie cheese. Olives also make a tasty, low-sodium snack. Lindsay Olives is committed to sharing more diabetic-friendly recipes with members of dLife, and the diabetes community as a whole, as its relationship with dLife grows.

“We are proud of the fact that olives can be a beneficial food for healthy eating and specifically for people with diabetes, food allergies and special dietary needs,” said Fuchs.

For recipes and serving suggestions, or more information on nutrition and diabetic-friendly products, visit LindsayOlives.com. Lindsay Olives can also be found at facebook.com/LindsayOlives.

 

About Lindsay Olives

Lindsay Olives provides a full line of olives, including its delicious, savory California black ripe olives. Lindsay Olives’ parent company, Bell-Carter Foods, Inc., was established in 1912 in Berkeley, CA, and now produces more than 10 million cases of olives annually, making it the largest U.S. table olive processor. Fourth generation family owned, the company is headquartered in Lafayette, CA and processes olives in Corning, CA.

 

About dLife

dLife is the number-one community network and resource for people living with diabetes and caregivers, providing information, inspiration and connection via a diverse array of exclusive media channels and services. With over 1.2 million registered members, dLife uniquely engages this growing population in positive and proactive self-care.