Kelly Clarkson‘s fabulous holiday album, Wrapped In Red, is the inspiration behind this year’s annual Divabetic Gift Guide. We asked our contributors to share their favorite ‘red’ gift suggestions for people living with diabetes on the Divabetic blog and Diabetes Late Nite podcast.

Our friend, Jill Weisenberger, MS, RDN, CDE, CHWC, FAND is a great resource for all things nutrition, food and diabetes. Whether she’s speaking, writing, chatting on social media, appearing on TV or working with individuals, her candid and energetic approach appeals to busy people, and her sound nutrition and fitness advice gets results. In fact, her appreciation for science and ability to translate science into actionable information earned her a place in US News & World Report’s 10 Dietitian’s You Need to Follow on Social Media.

Jill shares two of her favorite kitchen appliances that are sure to warm the heart of  that special someone on your list who is living with diabetes and enjoys cooking! 

“I love it for adding flavor by grating lemon and orange zest, ginger or Parmesan cheese,” says Jill. “It makes getting a huge flavor burst very easy and very fast.”

Why use a Zester?

They’re great for releasing tiny bursts of concentrated flavor from cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, and citrus rind. More slender and with smaller holes than rasp graters, zesters make hundreds of fine cuts. They’re ideal for lemons and limes, since the tiny holes won’t pick up pith (the bitter white part of the skin). The five- or six-hole ones, called lemon or citrus zesters, are good for making lemon curls for martinis and espresso.

Microplane Zester Grater feature expertly crafted surgical grade 18/8 stainless steel blades with razor-sharp edges that effortlessly cut through hard and soft foods without tearing or shredding. The zester has a red, ergonomic TPE soft grip handle that fits securely in your hand. The Microplane zester grater has non-scratch end pieces, a reusable safety cover, is dishwasher safe, and is made in the United States.

“This Fagor Lux  Multicooker electric pressure cooker has multiple other functions, including sautéing and slow cooking,” says Jill. “My favorites to make in the pressure cooker are salmon and spaghetti squash with tomato sauce.” 

The Fagor Lux  Multicooker drastically reduces cooking time. Food will maintain its natural color and flavor, while cooking your meals in up to 70% less time.  You can cook a variety of meals in this all-in one machine from meats, grains, desserts and even yogurt . It has 12 preset programs: pressure cook (high and low), slow cook (high and low), yogurt, white rice, brown rice, and risotto programs, as well as simmer, saute, steam and brown settings. There is also a keep warm and time delay function for added convenience. The LUX comes with a stainless steel removable pot that is dishwasher safe. The LUX™ LCD also has functions for Slow Cook, Steam, Brown, Sauté, Simmer, Yogurt, Grains, Eggs and Dessert

Jill Weisenberger’s comprehensive guide, ‘Prediabetes: A Complete Guide’ will lead you through dozens of concrete steps you can take to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and other lifestyle-related chronic diseases. Taking an individualized approach to your lifestyle “reset,” this book will allow you to choose your own path to wellness, help you gain a greater sense of wellbeing, boost your confidence in your abilities to maintain a healthful lifestyle, and potentially even help you reverse prediabetes and avoid type 2 diabetes and other chronic illnesses. You’ll be feeling better than you have in years! Inside, you will learn to:

The book will help  you: Identify your risks for developing type 2 diabetes, Set personalized and meaningful behavioral goals, Identify and build on your motivation for a lifestyle reset, Create positive new habits, Change eating habits for weight loss and greater insulin sensitivity, Choose wholesome foods in the supermarket and when away from home, Tweak your favorite recipes, Reduce sedentary time, Start or improve upon an exercise plan, Reduce emotional eating, Organize and track your progress with tools included in the book & Much more! BUY NOW

December’s Diabetes Late Nite Available on Demand For Free!

Enjoy December’s Diabetes Late Nite podcast featuring holiday music from Kelly Clarkson’s iconic Wrapped In Red album courtesy of SONY Music. Guests include Poet Lorraine Brooks, Kathy Gold  RN, MSN, CDE, FAADE, Glucose Delivery Necklace Co-Creator Kris Maynard, Dr. Sara (Mandy) Reece, PharmD, CDE, BC=ADM, BCACP, FAADE, Maria Sakowitz, MS, RDN, LDN, CLT, and the Charlie’s Angels of Outreach. LISTEN NOW