You'll also want to think about the other services provided by the health insurance plan and the total value of the plan. *Healthcare Advisor is powered by WebMD Health Services, an independent company that provides health coverage information for Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana and HMO Louisiana, Inc.
1 As with canning and freezing, dehydrated foods are only as good as the fresh fruit or vegetables. 2  When selecting fruits and vegetables for dehydration, choose ones that are ripe, unbruised and at peak-eating quality. 3  Prepare foods to be dehydrated as you want them to be served.
Make sure you drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. If you take insulin or blood-glucose-lowering medications, you still need them, even when you're unable to eat. Work with your health-care providers to make necessary adjustments. Foods that contain 15 grams of carbs (1 carbohydrate choice): 1  2-5 crackers. 2  1/2 cup fruit juice. 3  3/4 cup ready-to-eat cereal.  6 ounces sugar-free 1  yogurt. 1/2 cup cooked pasta or rice.  1 slice dry toast.