A Healthy Diet For Diabetic Patients

Diabetes is a disease in which a person's blood glucose, or blood sugar, levels are too high. Over time, having too much glucose in your blood can cause serious problems. It can damage your eyes, kidneys, and nerves.

Diabetes can also cause heart disease, stroke, and even the need to remove a limb.

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A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is perfect for people suffering from Diabetes. A person should always consult the doctor first and take professional medical advice as there are two types of diabetes.

Let's take a look at which fruits, vegetables, and dried fruits are most effective for a diabetic patient:

1. Cherries:

The sweet and tart versions of the fruit contain chemicals that boost insulin, which helps control blood sugar levels. The chemicals are called anthocyanins. They occur naturally in cherries, giving them their bright red color. The cherries consumed should not be canned.

2. Berries:

Any type of berries contain antioxidants which are very effective and helpful for a diabetic patient.

3. Apricot:

An apricot fulfills at least 40% of your daily requirement of vitamin A and is extremely effective for a diabetic patient. 

4. Apples:

Apples contain Vitamin C that is very helpful for a person suffering from diabetes.

5. Oranges and Grapefruits (Combination):

An orange and grapefruit combination stabilizes blood sugar in a diabetic person.

6. Peach:

Peaches contain vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber that can be included in your diabetes-friendly diet. 

7. Green Leafy Veggies:

People who add more green leafy vegetables to their diet are shown to have reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

8. Fish: 

Fish is good food for people with diabetes. Protein provides some of our energy needs and omega 3 may help our heart health. Low levels of vitamin D are common in people with diabetes, so including fish in the diet is a good way to add to your dietary vitamin D intake.

9. Walnuts:

Walnuts are known to help build resistance for insulin, control blood glucose levels, and lower the risk of developing Type-2 diabetes.

10. Beans:

Beans are considered to be a diabetes super-food. Medical professionals advise people with diabetes to add dried beans or no-sodium canned beans to several meals each week. 

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