If you want to be healthy and reduce the risk of having
diabetes (against which no one is protected), you should mind consuming
the following products.
1. Turmeric
Studies
claim that curcumin, a compound found in turmeric, may help delay if
not prevent diabetes. There are more researches to be done in order to
determine the long-term effects of turmeric. However, early result show
promise.
2. Strawberries
Strawberries
look and taste delicious. So there’s no reason why you should not eat
them regularly. Scientists are of the opinion that consuming
strawberries helps activate a protein in the body which reduces LDL
cholesterol and blood lipids. Both these things play a factor in the
development of diabetes. Also, scientists who conducted experiments on
mice found that consuming strawberries is beneficial in lowering blood
glucose levels.
3. Cheese and yogurt
By
this we mean low-fat cheese and yogurt. Experts believe that the
healthy bacteria found in these fermented dairy products are responsible
for this healthy beneficial side-effect.
4. Red wine
Surprise
surprise! Resveratrol, a compound present in red wine, helps to improve
the function of blood sugar by regulating the hormone insulin. However,
there’s no reason to get sloshed. Drinking in moderation is the key.
5. Cinnamon
Cinnamon
has numerous health benefits. It helps in lowering fasting blood
glucose. Also, it can reduce triglyceride levels, LDL cholesterol and
improve insulin sensitivity too. Sprinkle some powdered cinnamon in your
coffee or toast.
6. Apples
It is due to Anthocyanin, the compound found in abundance in apples, it helps in regulating blood sugar levels.
7. Spinach
Spinach
is rich in many nutrients, which make it so healthy. A British study
showed that consuming spinach daily cuts down the risk of diabetes by
14%.
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