4 foods people with type 2 diabetes should definitely include in their diet

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People with type 2 diabetes need to be extra careful about their diet and include foods that do not spike blood sugar and help in reducing or keeping blood sugar controlled.

New Delhi: Type 2 diabetes is a lifestyle disease that affects millions of people around the world currently. The disease is caused due to poor diet and lifestyle choices we make, due to which the different organs in the body can become resistant to insulin, or the pancreas may not be able to produce enough insulin to break down blood sugar. This can lead to a spike in blood sugar.

If you have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, you must know that self-management of the disease is extremely important. Prolonged high blood sugar can cause damage to blood vessels and even organs. For diabetes self-management, a healthy diet is essential. Here are 5 foods that people with type 2 diabetes should include in their diet.

Blueberries

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Berry is a fruit rich in antioxidants and is recommended for consumption to have a healthy body. For diabetics, it is a good source of energy with fewer carbs, and studies have found that regular consumption of berries can help improve insulin sensitivity. When cells of different organs are more receptive towards insulin, the blood sugar levels will automatically come down, as insulin will help these cells use the blood glucose.
Type 2 diabetes can also directly impact the heart. Berries help to keep the heart healthy and reduce the risk of heart diseases caused due to diabetes.

Chickpeas

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Chickpeas, lentils, beans, etc are food with a low glycaemic index, which makes them fit for consumption for diabetics. These foods are also fibrous, which reduces the rate at which sugar is released into the blood. High fibre and low GI properties of chickpeas make them a must-have in every diabetic's diet. 

Olive oil

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Consuming the right, healthy fat is a recommendation for everyone to be healthy. However, the type of fat you eat plays an even more important role if you have diabetes. Diabetes is directly linked with a higher risk of heart attack and stroke and consuming saturated and trans fats can only worsen your heart healthy.
Consumption of heart-healthy food like olive oils can not only help improve heart health and reduce the risk, it also helps in losing weight, leading to a reduced risk of diabetes.

Cinnamon

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The spices used in our foods have their own set of benefits. While turmeric has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties, cinnamon is another super spice which can help improve insulin sensitivity in the body and therefore helps to keep blood sugar controlled. While researchers still try to find out the exact reason why the spice has this effect on the body, in the studies conducted as yet, they have no seen any side effects of its use in reducing blood sugar levels. Sprinkling some in foods like oatmeals, yoghurt, tea, etc can help people who suffer from diabetes.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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