With the improvement of living standards, the number of obese individuals is increasing, and the diabetes population is also growing, triggered by various factors such as genetics, obesity, lack of exercise, and unhealthy diets. Once diabetes develops, it is challenging to cure. For diabetics, some common fruits and vegetables are very beneficial in controlling blood sugar, especially some common vegetables, as they are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They not only slow down the rise of blood sugar after meals but also help diabetic patients prevent various complications.
Diabetics should eat these 5 types of food to control blood sugar and prevent complications.
1. Bitter gourd. Bitter gourd contains several substances beneficial for lowering blood sugar, mainly peptide substances, and is known as “natural plant insulin.” The rich bitter gourd saponins have a direct blood sugar-lowering effect and can also stimulate insulin release.
2. Pumpkin. There has always been controversy about whether pumpkin can lower blood sugar because it tastes sweet, leading many to doubt if pumpkin can really help. In fact, pumpkin seeds contain various purines and beneficial substances that promote insulin secretion, so consuming some pumpkin in moderation can indeed help lower blood sugar for diabetics.
3. Winter melon. Winter melon is rich in dietary fiber and has a very low sugar content. It has diuretic and anti-edema effects that can help reduce blood sugar levels. Regular consumption of winter melon can transform internal fat into heat energy for weight loss, making it very beneficial for overweight individuals with type 2 diabetes; it aids in both weight loss and fat reduction.
4. Cucumber. Cucumber is a food with extremely low calories and does not participate in glucose metabolism, making it very suitable for diabetics. Therefore, it is very helpful for slowing down the rise of blood sugar. Additionally, cucumbers are rich in fiber, which can help enhance satiety and aid in weight loss, making it a win-win situation.
5. Corn silk. Corn silk helps with diuresis, edema reduction, and blood pressure lowering. The saponins in corn silk are effective in helping reduce blood sugar. Therefore, diabetics can drink a cup of corn silk tea daily to help stabilize blood sugar levels.
Health relies on everyone’s self-discipline in diet and exercise. I hope everyone can have a healthy body and enjoy a wonderful life!
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