BEAT DIABETES
Instead of going completely sugar-free, beat blood sugar by putting these on your plate.
APPLE PEEL - Apple peels have sugar reducing powers. They contain, a flavonoids hat has anti-oxidant effect that helps in reducing diabetes. So when snacking on the fruit, remember to eat it whole. Apple comes in many varieties. No matter which variety you choose, the benefits are equally high.
ASPARAGUS - Asparagus is an excellent source of glutathione – an antioxidant compound that is known to keep blood sugar stable. The edible part of the stalk is the shoots that appear under ground, so choose those that are tender and green.
BEANS - Most members of the legume family contain Phytonutrients, which are derived from Plant or fruits that are not only good for the heart but will also help you battle diabetes. The best way to take full advantage of these is by consuming dried beans that have been soaked in water for several hours before cooking.
BROCCOLI - Broccoli is easily available at most speciality-food stockist. It is an excellent source of Quercetin or flavonoids which will help you in your war against raising blood sugar. So blanch it for your salad or puree it for the soup. Think Red Kidney Bean, Chickpeas,or Soya bean.
CARROTS - Have you heard of a rabbit with diabetes? It is probably because of all the carrots they much. Jokes apart, these vegetables are not only good for your eyes, like your mother said, but also full of Carotenoid that can help protect the heart and balance your insulin levels.
FISH - You have great reason to dump red meat in favour of fish. Not only do the Omega 3 fatty acids found in fish help fight depression, they balance your blood sugar levels and protect your heart.
NUTS - A fistful of nuts is power-packed with minerals and health fats that protect heart and balance your blood sugar. Go nuts.
ORANGES - This fruit is not just another pretty looker. It is packed with Phytonutrients that can help you fight diabetes including flavonoids, Carotenoid, terpines, pectin and glutathione. It rates low on the Glycemic Index, which means it does not affect blood glucose levels highly, making the orange a good friend to have.
SOYBEANS - Also a member of the legume family, the soya bean is a complete source of protein, and also provides phyto-estrogens, isoflavones and Phytonutrients saponins that can help balance blood sugar.
TEA - Apart from being high on anti-oxidants that act as a cleanser for your system, here is one more reason not to miss out on your daily cut of Tea. It has phytonutrients such as catechins and tannins that can help balance your blood sugar. However to no forget to keep the sugar aside.
