The 10 super foods for a person with diabetes

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The 10 super foods for a person with diabetes

Do superfoods exist? The American Diabetes Association has just presented an interesting decalogue in which it points out the 10 basic foods that should be in the diet of a person with diabetes.

All of the superfoods on the list have a low glycemic index and provide key nutrients often missing from the typical Western diet such as calcium, potassium, fiber, magnesium, vitamins A (as carotenoids), C, and E.

super foods for a person with diabetes

Kidney Beans

Whether they are kidney, boat, pint, or black, you can not find better nutrition than what these legumes provide. 

They are high in fiber and provide a third of the daily requirement in just half a cup, and are also a good source of magnesium and potassium. 

They are considered starchy vegetables, but a half cup provides as much protein as 28 grams of meat without the saturated fat. 

To save preparation time you can use canned beans but make sure to rinse them well to remove as much sodium as possible.

Dark Green Leafy Vegetable

Spinach, collard greens, and kale are nutrient-dense superfoods and very low in calories and carbs, you will never eat too many.

Citric Fruits

Grapefruit, oranges, lemons, and limes. Choose your favorites and make them part of your daily dose of soluble fiber and vitamin C.

Sweet Potatoes

A starchy vegetable that contains large amounts of vitamin A and fiber. Try it in place of regular potatoes for a lower glycemic alternative. Another superfood to add.

Berries

Blueberries, blackberries, raspberries—whatever your favorite, they’re packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber. Alternate these fruits with low-fat yogurt for an alternative dessert.

Tomatoes

The best thing is that no matter how you like tomatoes, pureed, fresh, or in sauce, with them, you take vital nutrients such as vitamin C, iron, and vitamin E. One of the great superfoods.

OMEGA 3 Fatty Acids

Salmon is one of the favorite superfoods in this category. You have to avoid taking it breaded and fried as it has no place in the goal of 170-255 grams of fish per week.

Whole Grains

It is the germ and bran of whole grains that we should look for. It contains all the nutrients that cereal products should offer. When you buy processed grains like bread made from refined flour these nutrients are not present. Other nutrients that these superfoods offer are magnesium, chromium, omega-3 fatty acids, and folates. Pearl barley and oats are a source of fiber and potassium.

Nuts

About 28 grams of nuts can go a long way in providing key healthy fats along with proper hunger management. Other benefits are a dose of magnesium and fiber. Some nuts and seeds, such as walnuts and flaxseeds, also contain omega-3 fatty acids.

SKIMMED MILK AND YOGURT

Everyone knows that dairy can help build healthy bones and teeth. In addition to calcium, many dairy products are fortified and are therefore a good source of vitamin D. There is increasing research on the connection between vitamin D and good health. Don’t forget these superfoods.

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