2024-01-11 19:49:23
07:23 PM Thursday, January 11, 2024
The Consulto
The winter season is famous for a variety of useful and delicious foods, some of which are of great importance to the health of people with diabetes, because they help control blood sugar.
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In the following report, Al-Consulto reviews the best winter foods for diabetics, according to the NDTV and Healthshots websites.
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Winter foods that are beneficial for diabetics
1- Citrus
Citrus fruits, such as oranges and tangerines, are considered useful and safe winter fruits for diabetics, because they contain a high percentage of vitamin C, which not only helps strengthen the immune system, but also contributes to reducing high blood sugar.
2- Sweet potatoes
Sweet potatoes have a low glycemic index compared to potatoes, which means they do not cause high blood sugar in diabetics following eating them.
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3- Carrots
Carrots play a major role in regulating blood sugar levels in diabetics, as they are rich in dietary fiber, which contributes to slowing the absorption of carbohydrates in the intestines.
Carrots make diabetics less susceptible to colds and influenza in the winter, because they contain vitamin C, which works to strengthen the body’s immunity.
Diabetics become less susceptible to retinopathy when eating carrots, thanks to their high content of beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A, which is known for its ability to promote eye health.
4- Spinach
It is one of the best winter vegetables for diabetics, due to its low glycemic index and containing very important nutrients, such as dietary fiber, iron, potassium, magnesium, and vitamin C.
5- Cruciferous vegetables
A rich source of dietary fiber that diabetics need to control blood sugar. Cabbage is one of the best types, in addition to cauliflower and Brussels sprouts.
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