Michael Aviad, Author at ASweetLife

Michael Aviad

Michael Aviad is co-founder of ASweetLife. He was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 2002. Michael was born in Santa Barbara and grew up in Jerusalem. He studied law and after passing his bar exam went on to get an MBA with a major in finance. Michael worked for many years as an economist. He and his wife Jess, also a type 1 diabetic, have three sons. Michael loves to run and is always training for the next marathon.

Jerusalem Artichoke and Leek Soup

Jess and I have always loved leek-and-potato soup, so I tried to create a low-carb version. I actually think it came out better than the original - sweet, rustic, and delicious. Jerusalem artichoke, also called sunchoke, is a root vegetable with a potato-like texture.

Simple Low Carb Dijon Vinaigrette Dressing

This is a simple and healthy low-carb Vinaigrette salad dressing that you can make at home in under two minutes. The secret is in the quality ingredients, and in using a salad dressing shaker, which creates the 'restaurant dressing' texture.

Leek Latkes

The zucchini latkes recipe we posted a few days ago is delicious, and a perfect low-carb Hanukkah option. Jess told me, however, good as the zucchini latkes are, they don’t really give her the feeling of latkes like her grandmother, Bashy, used to make.

Zucchini Latkes

This simple Zucchini Latkes recipe replaces potatoes with low-carb zucchini, so we can enjoy a traditional Hanukkah dish without the risk of a major blood sugar spike.

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