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Created: 10/26/2022, 2:00 p.m
Von: Judith Braun
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If you suffer from high blood sugar, you can naturally lower it once more with certain healthy foods.
1 / 10 Cinnamon regulates the blood sugar level, so it is recommended for diabetics to take 1 gram of cinnamon per day on a permanent basis. The spice stimulates the glucose metabolism and has a similar effect on the body as insulin. © Harald A. Jahn / IMAGO
2 / 10 Ginger can also help lower blood sugar. It works as follows: the main active ingredient, gingerol, softens the insulin resistance of the cells so that they become more sensitive to insulin once more. This allows the blood sugar to be better utilized and thus decreases. © Science Photo Library/IMAGO
3 / 10 Flea seeds not only help with constipation or diarrhea. The small brown seeds can also effectively lower blood sugar. © imageBROKER/J. Pfeiffer/IMAGO
4 / 10 If you like it spicy and use chilli when cooking, you can also do something good for your blood sugar. The pungent substance capsaicin is responsible for the positive effect on the blood sugar level. © CHROMORANGE / Cezary Wojtkowski/IMAGO
5 / 10 The main active ingredient in turmeric is curmin. This is an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory substance complex. Turmeric is mainly used in Asian cuisine. It is known to reduce the risk of diabetes. © Science Photo Library/IMAGO
6 / 10 Eating enough onions can lower both cholesterol and blood sugar levels. © blickwinkel/IMAGO
7 / 10 Grapefruits contain the flavonoid naringenin. This phytochemical not only gives the fruit its slightly bitter taste, but it can also lower blood sugar in a similar way to insulin. © Thomas Jäger/IMAGO
8 / 10 Blueberries have a positive effect on insulin levels. They lower blood sugar and increase sugar absorption in the cells. They have an antidiabetic effect and help to keep blood sugar levels under control. © Science Photo Library/IMAGO
9 / 10 Raisins are not only rich in vitamins, minerals and polyphenols and very high in fiber: the dried grapes are also healthier for the blood sugar level than, for example, a slice of white bread. According to scientists from the University of Kentucky, the popular and nutrient-rich snack can reduce the risk of diabetes. © CSP_ildi/IMAGO
10 / 10 Walnuts contain polyunsaturated fatty acids with a high proportion of omega-4 fatty acids, which are known for their blood sugar and insulin-lowering effects. Just a handful (regarding 30 g) a day can help diabetes patients keep their blood sugar levels constant. © Danita Delimont/IMAGO
Elevated blood sugar levels can result in diabetes. To prevent it, certain foods can be used to naturally control blood sugar levels. Spices like cinnamon or fruits like grapefruit help. But other foods can also help lower blood sugar.