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Diabetes can be managed by tweaking the diet. One can eat seasonal foods, and fortunately winter season comes loaded with many of them! Here are 9 winter foods for diabetics.
Beetroot is a rich source of fiber and minerals like potassium, iron, and manganese. Studies have shown that beetroot is beneficial for people with type-2 diabetes.
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Along with being a rich source of fiber that takes longer to digest, spinach is a non-starchy vegetable and also has a low Glycemic index.
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The only food that has possible anti-diabetic qualities, Methi is extremely beneficial in managing blood sugar. It improves insulin secretion and sensitivity,
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Enriched with multiple nutrients, carrot is one winter food that is low on carbs and low on Glycemic index. This helps with gradual release of sugar in the blood.
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Brimming with dietary fiber that induces satiety and prevents blood sugar spikes, guava also has a low Glycemic index.
Shakarkandi has a medium to low Glycemic index and also has a decent amount of fiber which may help regulate the blood pressure in contrast to regular potatoes.
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With a considerably low glycemic index, oranges are deemed 'Diabetes Superfoods' by experts all over the world.
With a large number of antioxidants, cinnamon helps in reducing the oxidative stress in the body that aggravates the risk of diabetes.
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According to various studies, clove helps keep a check on blood sugar spikes and promotes insulin production.
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