I have diabetes. For the most part I have it under control. If I’m not careful, though, I can drive up my sugar and it can take time to get a handle on it again.
Going to the movies is one way I like to get out and do things with loved ones. But movie theaters don’t really have anything I should eat, and I am conditioned to munch while seeing a good movie.
I messaged the manager at one of the local movie theaters and explained that I have this health condition, and asked if I could possibly bring something from home the next time I went. He told me he is fine with that since he knows how problematic diabetes can be for people. I was thankful that he took the time to read my message and respond.
I decided a trail mix would be the perfect thing to bring. I can switch it up according to what I have on hand. I did this last weekend when I went to see Imaginary with my daughter and her boyfriend. This is just a super simple version of a trail mix, and it did not raise my blood sugar.
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Trail Mix
1/2 Taza wicked dark chocolate bar
1/4 cup hulled sunflower seeds
12 ChocZero mini marshmallows (no sugar)
I just place everything into a snack size baggie and am good to go.
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While at the theater, I buy my ticket and either a water or an unsweetened tea. If I hit the matinee closest one to my home, the ticket costs $7 and the water comes in at $3 and some change. I can see a movie for under $11.00. Not bad. It’s a few dollars more in the evening. The last time I went and bought myself food, I paid almost $20 just to eat.
I plan to switch things up with this quick recipe. I might choose to add:
almonds
unsweetened coconut flakes
homemade granola bits – no sugar
dried fruit – no added sugar
I’ll probably do something different each time I go, using whatever healthier options I have on hand at the time.
I would love to know what healthy trail mix options you enjoy, and what others with diabetes bring to snack on at the movies.
~ Shannon
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