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Diabetics have high blood sugar levels due to the inefficiency of insulin, a hormone secreted by the pancreas. Here are 7 foods that may help control blood sugar levels naturally.
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A study done by Lund University in Sweden states that a special mixture of dietary fibers found in barley can help reduce your appetite as well as blood sugar levels.
According to a study by the University College Dublin in Ireland, resistant starch found in foods such as bananas, potatoes, and legumes, may regulate blood sugar.
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Nuts contain unsaturated fats, proteins and a range of vitamins and minerals that lower cholesterol, inflammation and improve insulin resistance.
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Bitter gourd contains an insulin-like compound called Polypeptide-p or p-insulin which has been shown to control diabetes naturally.
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Dr. P.S Phadke suggests taking a tsp of fenugreek seeds, turmeric and amla powder each with warm water, thrice a day to control high blood sugar levels.
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According to Nutritionist Rupali Datta, "Proteins from eggs, meat, fish and chicken or vegetarian sources like dals, paneer help control blood sugar levels."
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Amla is the fruit of the Indian gooseberry tree and is a traditional remedy to control high blood sugar levels.
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