Diabetes being a chronic disease is a lifelong condition in which an individual’s body becomes incapable of using insulin in a useful way. This condition is also referred to as insulin resistance. The diabetes management depends on so many factors; however, a diet plays a major role in effective management of the condition for a greater period.
The main problem diabetics often face is the options of foods to include in their diet.
The following article includes healthy foods’ list which should be avoided by diabetics.
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Rice
Rice is enriched with minerals, vitamins and fiber. It is well known to enhance energy, reduce skin problems and further improve the immune system.
Coffee
Coffee is well known to burn fat, boost physical performance, and improve concentration due to the presence of vital nutrients like manganese, riboflavin.
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Bananas
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Bananas are enriched with vitamin B6, potassium and fibre. They are rich in antioxidants.
Fruit juices
Market-based fruit juices are less in vital nutrients and fibre as compared to the fruit which is intact, since their original nutrient content vanishes away due to blending of the banana pulp. They also contain ingredients which raise their carbohydrates content.
Cereals
Cereals contain a high concentration of artificial sugar coating which is not very good for diabetic patients. These cereals contain more carbs and are highly processed. Cereals are very low in protein, which is very important to stabilize the blood sugar levels.
Cookies
Cookies are made from milk, sugar and white flour. White flours contain fewer vitamins and refined carbohydrates and minerals as compared to whole grains since they undergo a lot of processing.
Poultry
Poultry items such as eggs and chicken are healthy items since they are rich in vitamins and proteins. When eggs and chicken are fried, their fat content increases which increases the glucose levels in the body.
Energy or protein bars
Protein bars or energy are good choices for post-workout snacks as they repair muscles and boost energy. However, they are also enriched with fat, sugars and high calories and carbohydrates. You can always opt for whole-grain energy bars which have high fibers with fat-free milk.
Granola
Mostly granola is sweetened with the help of honey or sugar and also with a bunch of dried fruits. It is also a source of rich concentrated carbohydrates and a small food serving can add up to a higher number of carbs and calories. Always avoid market-based granola bars and always prefer home-made granola with unsweetened and less dried fruits.
Yoghurt
Market-based yoghurts called as fruit-flavoured yoghurt are prepared from the high-fat milk, fruit sweeteners, and are loaded with sugar and carbs. A cup of fruit-flavoured yoghurt contains around 81% calories due to its sugar content which is high. Greek yoghurt is the good alternative for diabetes since they are less in calories and they do not contain flavoured ingredients or added sugar.