Be mindful of the total calories for each item and how this can work within your daily nutritional limits. Wendy’s has options that can work with your diet but you need to order thoughtfully. – Fried potatoes sides such as french fries and other breakfast items are packed with calories and should be avoided or carefully incorporated into your diet – Sweet sides, such as sodas, milkshakes, and desserts should be avoided for their high sugar content – Avoid high-calorie burger items, these often contain extra carbs and more fat than you need to feel satisfied Here are some tips for avoiding sneaky extra carbs and calories This might sound daunting, but consider the positive impact your decisions can make: choosing grilled chicken on a salad over crispy, avoiding cheese, or opting to increase the protein by getting a double burger only takes a second and can open up choices on the menu for you. Things Diabetics Should Stay Away From at Wendy’sĪs we’ve seen, a small change like adding chips to a salad can make a significant difference for diabetics who are trying to make smart choices at Wendy’s. Even though at a glance both salads might look to be primarily veggie-filled, the addition of chips or croutons can make a significant difference when it comes to carbs. Check the nutrition facts to keep it real.Ī quick example that can illustrate the importance of checking nutritional facts, even when it comes to salads: the Parmesan Caesar Salad contains only 7g carbohydrate per serving while the taco salad contains 66g carbohydrate per serving. Even though salads contain fewer carbs on average, don’t always assume that they’re low-carb. Diabetics can grab tasty bits such as the Southwest Avocado Salad which is a far more sustainable choice for those monitoring their glucose. If your daily caloric intake leaves room for more, then you may consider a Dave’s Double which increases the total protein from meat without increasing the carbohydrate intake.Įven though breakfast sandwiches and hamburgers in moderation can be part of your fast food routine, don’t forget that Wendy’s offers healthier options too. For a Dave’s Single Burger, total protein is 29g, total fat 37g, and total carbohydrate 37g. What about a burger for lunch? This classic lunchtime staple can be part of a healthy diet if you order thoughtfully. The balance of macronutrients will help you feel more satisfied than snacking on a handful of biscuits alone.
A breakfast choice that you might opt for with this in mind is a Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit (430 cal) because it contains protein and fats from the eggs and bacon along with carbohydrates from the biscuit. Additionally, you should keep track of calories as to not take on more of these important nutrients than your body needs.
The key to making the right selections for managing your blood sugar levels is to order items with fewer carbohydrates. Luckily some foods are inherently less carb-dense such as chicken, some types of meat, and eggs. The majority of menu options at Wendy’s will contain carbs. Keep tabs on the number of carbohydrates and the caloric serving size of your choices.Ĭarbs will sometimes change blood sugar levels more rapidly than lipids (fats) or protein intake. Whether you’ve stopped in for breakfast, your lunch break, or for a dinner, keeping an eye on nutritional values will be important. Picking the right menu items at Wendy’s for Diabetics At first, you might think, “Well that rules out dining at Wendy’s for me,” but in fact, you can, so long as you are selective and moderate in your choices. One thing we have to keep in mind is that in addition to carbohydrates, we must keep tabs on fat in our food selections. To stay healthy, diabetics are tasked with monitoring our nutrition closely, but that certainly should not bar you from savoring your favorite grab n’ go fast food on occasion. Diabetics feel the pull of delicious and convenient fast foods too!
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