Tuesday, 16 October 2012

Superfoods to Help You Control Diabetes

By Otelia Costaneda


Anyone that suffers from diabetes needs to be very careful about the diet that they are on. Certain guidelines as to what foods to avoid, or limit, in your diet should be something your doctor has given you. There are many superfoods that you should be eating that can help you regulate your blood sugar, foods that you may not be privy to. If you're wondering what foods are healthiest to consume when you have diabetes, this article will give you some helpful suggestions.

If you are a diabetic, eating a variety of nuts every day is in your best interest. Do you like almonds? If so, you should also know that they are high in protein and healthy fats that you need. Important for blood sugar regulation, these nuts are perfect because they are low on the glycemic index. Just a small portion of almonds (or other similar nuts) can keep the GI load on your meals very low indeed. Fatty acids in the nuts actually help to reverse insulin resistance, something that all diabetics suffer with. The fiber and magnesium in nuts also helps with blood sugar regulation. Since nuts have a lot of calories, if you are trying to lose weight, you should not eat a lot of them for this specific reason. Tomatoes have been enjoyed by people for centuries, but they have only recently achieved the status of superfood. Among the many essential vitamins and minerals contained in tomatoes are lycopene, potassium and Vitamin C. Lycopene is an antioxidant that can protect you against certain types of cancer and also has anti-inflammatory properties. While tomatoes and related products such as tomato sauce and tomato juice can be very healthy for diabetics, you should check the labels of any foods you buy. Not only are some of these products high in sugar, but they may also contain chemicals like MSG that many people are sensitive to. You can't go wrong with fresh tomatoes, though, especially if they are organic.

The health benefits of fish are now widely touted, and seafood can be extremely good for diabetics. One of them is salmon. If you want salmon that's as natural as possible and rich in healthy fatty acids, you should look for wild rather than farmed salmon. Besides being good for diabetics, this fish is also an important component of a weight loss program. Lots of people buy sardines at the supermarket, not even realizing how healthy they are. One advantage of sardines over many other types of fish is that they tend to have lower mercury levels. They are also inexpensive and easy to find, whether you buy fresh or canned sardines.

In conclusion, superfoods are a fantastic way to keep your diabetes under control the natural way. To keep yourself healthy, and to help with your diabetes, continue taking your medications, and also add superfoods to your diet on a regular basis. Getting plenty of exercise will also help your situation.

Nutrition can make a big difference when it comes to controlling diabetes. Of course, there are other factors that are also important for controlling this illness. Exercise can also help you stay healthy, and it's also important to avoid stress. It's also important to work closely with your doctor so you can be aware of your blood sugar, cholesterol and other factors. As you learn more about superfoods, you'll find that there are many varieties that are useful for controlling diabetes.




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