By Onsamerican Diabetes Association

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Don’t know about the super foods of the world—those chia seeds, dry fruits and the recent entrant, Fox-nuts—-but there certainly are some ‘superstar foods’ which might do the trick for the ever- hovering threat of diabetes. Rich in protein, healthy fats, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fibre, they tick a lot of boxes for the objective of avoiding chronic health hazards like diabetes. Non- Starchy veggiesIf you want vitamins A, C, K, and folate, iron, calcium and potassium rushing through your veins, then half of your meal should be non- starchy food items like spinach and avocado.Veggies like spinach, collards, and kale are low in calories and carbohydrates while avocado provides fat-soluble vitamins and fibre.ProteinThe second box a diabetes preventing meal should have is ample protein. And there is a lot of it going around. From beans—kidney, pinto, navy—-to legumes—chickpeas, split peas, and lentils, all are great sources of heart, mind, hair and skin enriching dose of nutrients such as folate, potassium, iron, and zinc.Live EventsFor the meat eating Vikings of the world, fish—herring, sardines, mackerel, trout, and albacore tuna—and salmon, if just broiled or baked, are the best sources of good fats and omega-3, according to diabetes.org. An ounce of nuts a day might keep hunger and diabetes away. Another source of healthy fats, fats, magnesium, and fiber—you name it and nuts have it.CarbohydratesThe last bunch which complete the superstar trio of foods is good carb comestibles. Diabetes will be at toes if something soothes those sweet- craving taste buds before they even think of the dread of the refined sugars. Berries do the trick more times than not, and also replenish with antioxidants, vitamins C and K, manganese, potassium. Sugar free Milk and yogurt, packed with not just calcium but also vitamin D and carbs. And if pocket is a concern for you to fetch for these superstars, then worry not. Almost none of it is found in Armani stores, and all you have to do is step out in the early morning sun and pick it up from the local super market.FAQsQ1. What are the best foods to control blood sugar? Non-starchy vegetables, protein-rich foods like beans and fish, nuts, berries, and low-fat dairy are good for blood sugar control.Q2. Why are non-starchy vegetables good for diabetes? They are low in calories and carbs but high in vitamins, minerals, and fibre, which help manage blood sugar.Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now!
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