1. Consume More Dairy Products The
protein and fat in dairy products helps blood sugar levels improve, and
if the products are low in fat, it has been shown that they can also
decrease the chances for developing insulin resistance.
2. Choose the Right Kind of Bread
Avoid
white flour based products at all costs! These simple carbohydrates are
full of sugar that spike up your blood sugar. Instead, you should
consume whole wheat or rye products that are high in fiber, protein and
complex carbohydrates, which control blood glucose levels and keep you
full for longer.
3. Maximize the Magnesium
Magnesium
is a mineral known to help prevent the onset of Type II diabetes and
should be consumed as much as possible. It is best to consume natural
sources of magnesium such as spinach, fish, nuts, leafy greens and
avocados. All of these foods have been proven to lower the risk of
diabetes and can even aid in weight loss.
4. Cardamom is great!
Cardamom
is a member of the ginger family of spices and comes from Asia as well
as South America. The spice is known to regulate Type II diabetes and
can be sprinkled on coffee, tea, yogurt and even cereal. The spice is
known to help decrease blood glucose levels by eighteen to thirty
percent.
5. Buckwheat
Buckwheat
is an excellent source of fiber that you may have never heard of. It
also does wonders for maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. Buckwheat
comes in the form of soba noodles, which are a delicious substitute for
rice or pasta, as well as in a number of powders that can be added to
baked goods or even on top of a slice of (whole wheat) bread.
6. Drink in Moderation
Alcohol
contains huge amounts of sugar, and anyone trying to watch out for their
blood sugar should definitely moderate the amount of alcohol they
consume. It is best to occasionally drink wine with dinner, and not
after dinner when the same glass of wine could alter insulin levels in
the blood.
7. Watch Fat Intake
It is
important to watch the amount of saturated fats entering the body
because these can seriously increase the chances of contracting
diabetes. Saturated fats are usually found in fried food and junk
food as they are cooked in unhealthy oils.
8. Exercise Daily
Getting in exercise each day is critical to maintaining normal blood sugar levels, even if it's a brisk walk in the park.
9. Laughing
Yes, this
really is one of the tips that will lower your chances of developing
diabetes. It was found that those who laugh have lower blood sugar
levels than those who don't laugh enough
10. Eat Grapefruit
Grapefruit has been proven to aid in weight loss as it affects the glucose metabolism, keeping insulin levels steady.
11. Do Resistance Training
Building
muscle mass is important for burning more glucose out of your system.
Training once to twice a week could significantly aid in preventing the
occurrence of diabetes.
12. Drink Decaf, Not Regular
Decaffeinated
coffee slows down the rate at which the intestines absorb sugars and
speeds up the absorption of sugar by the muscles.
13. Eat Smaller Meals
It is
best to have a small meal and then another small meal (or a second half
of the regular sized meal) later on (at half hour intervals). It is also
important to eat regularly so that insulin levels don't spike, but
remain stable throughout the day.
14. Get Enough Sleep
Sleep
deprivation can affect blood sugar and insulin levels so it is important
to get enough sleep each night. It is also essential to stop snoring
because according to some studies, those who snore are more likely to
develop diabetes (because snoring is often tied to being overweight).
15. Learn Relaxation
Listen to soothing music or read an interesting book, whatever you need to do to relax. Meditation and yoga can also help if they are done properly and on a regular basis.
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