Diabetes: 5 foods that help you manage blood sugar level

Introduction:

You all know that diabetes is a chronic disease that is affecting population and it is characterized by high blood sugar. Healthy diet, exercise and proper medication are the key to control blood sugar.

Some food to lower blood sugar:

Garlic:

Garlic is both low in calories and carbs and can be used for controlling blood sugar as it helps in regulating metabolism and controlling insulin secretion. Moreover, garlic has been shown to lower blood pressure and improve overall health. You can add garlic to soups, salad and stews.

Nuts:

Nuts have low glycaemic index and are rich in antioxidant. Studies have been shown that daily intake of almonds and walnuts can reduce inflammation and also help in significant reduction of blood sugar level. You can enjoy nuts raw as snack or you may include them with yogurt or salad dressing.

Legumes:

Legumes are rich in both fiber and protein which make them good for diabetic patients. Pulses take time to digest and this helps in maintaining blood glucose level. Beans, chickpeas, lentils, peas are packed with vitamin B, potassium, calcium, magnesium, antioxidants which help in lowering the blood sugar level. You can enjoy them with salad or with preparing hummus.

Cinnamon:

Many studies have been shown the effect of cinnamon in lowering blood sugar and this is due to its content of antioxidant. It helps in maintaining a healthy digestive system, thus contributing a lot to a diabetic body. You can add cinnamon to salad, juices or fruit infused into water as it enhance aroma and taste. You can enjoy them with tea too.

Chia seed:

Chia seeds are superfood, they have high content of fiber, antioxidant and omega-3 which play a role in lowering inflammation and blood sugar. In addition, it contains proteins and calcium that helps in lowering blood fat levels. Chia seeds keep you satisfied and energized. You enjoy them with your cup of yogurt or with salad and soups.

Sources:

https://m-timesofindia-com.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/m.timesofindia.com/life-style/food-news/5-foods-you-should-be-eating-daily-to-control-blood-sugar-levels/amp_articleshow/68007137.cms?amp_js_v=0.1#referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&amp_tf=From%20%251%24s

https://www.diabetesdaily.com/blog/study-cinnamon-really-may-be-good-for-people-with-diabetes-but-its-not-a-cure-410531/