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15 Food Good for Diabetes You Did Not Know About

Diabetes is a disease that affects the patientu2019s metabolism as blood glucose (blood sugar) levels increase in the body. This leads to damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys, and nerves. There are two types of diabetes 1.

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15 Food Good for Diabetes You Did Not Know About

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  1. 15 Food Good forDiabetes You Did Not Know About Medtalks

  2. 15 Food Good for Diabetes You Did Not Know About Diabetes is a disease that affects the patient’s metabolism as blood glucose (blood sugar) levels increase in the body. This leads to damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and nerves. There are two types of diabetes 1. Type 1: This type occurs when the body’s immune system attacks the pancreas which makes the hormone insulin responsible for regulating blood sugar. The damaged pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin due to which the blood sugar level increases. This type 1 is mostly seen in children. Type 2: This type occurs when the pancreas is either unable to produce enough insulin hormone or not able to use it, due to which the blood sugar level rises. This type is mostly seen in adults3.

  3. Symptoms of Diabetes Type 1 diabetes symptoms start appearing within few weeks while type-2 diabetes symptoms develop slowly. 1. Polydipsia means increase thirst. 2. Frequent urination. 3. Increased appetite. 4. Fatigue/ malaise. 5. Blurred vision. 6. Numbness and tingling sensations in hands and feets. 7. Slow healing sores. 8. Sudden, unexplained weight loss.

  4. Food for Diabetic Patients Diabetics do not have to quit all the food but have to limit the portion of food they eat to keep blood sugar at normal levels. • Fatty Fish • Green Leafy Vegetables • Avocados • Eggs • Chia Seeds • Beans • Nuts • Greek Yogurt • Flaxseeds • Strawberries • Squash • Garlic • Apple Cider Vinegar

  5. What food should be limited to diabetes? Following food and drinks should be avoided in diabetics: 1. Avoid food rich in saturated or trans fat that is fried food. 2. Avoid salty food 3. Avoid taking sweets like baked goods, candy, cakes, and ice cream. 4. Avoid drinks with added sugar like juice, soda, and sports drinks. 5. Instead of sweet or sugar-rich beverages drink lots of water and use a sugar substitute. 6. Stop consuming alcohol or limit it to 1 drink daily.

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