People with diabetes know that walnuts help control blood sugar levels. But the good news is that nuts also decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. We already know that men have an interest in eating these super foods to improve sperm quality. But this time, it is diabetic people who should make the nuts one of their favorite dried fruit.
But why?
Nuts lower the Glycemic Index of foods
Whatever the exact type, nuts contain a low glycemic index. Since they have only a limited amount of dietary carbohydrates, their impact on glucose level is quite small. These foods are a valuable complementary ingredient for foods high in carbohydrates. Add butter or peanut on bread or cereal grains to mitigate the impact of carbohydrates on sugar levels in the blood.
Nuts help control blood sugar
Eating these amazing super food every day could help people with diabetes to better control their blood sugar levels; this is according to research conducted by academicians from the University of Toronto with 117 adults with type 2 diabetes. The researchers found that a full serving of nuts reduced glycated hemoglobin levels (a marker that reflects the degree of sugar in the blood).
Nuts contain unsaturated “good fats,” fiber, protein, magnesium, potassium, calcium and bioactive substances beneficial to health. They contain polyunsaturated fatty acids and omega-3 which are considered healthy fats promote cardiovascular health and diabetes. Additionally, these grains are excellent sources of antioxidants and fiber. They are also known to contain melatonin, phytosterols, arginine, which are all essential for health.
By combining them with fruit, raw vegetables or yogurt, they are also an excellent choice for a nutritious snack. Indeed, the proteins and the fibers contained in the this food are satiating. This avoids craving that leads to consumption of sugary foods.
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Nuts will change your life. URL Link . November 11th, 2017.
11 super foods for your diabetes. URL Link. Accessed November 11th, 2017.
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