The three best drinks for people suffering from diabetes

Three best drinks for people suffering from diabetes

With around 50 million people suffering from diabetes in India, our country is rightly called the diabetes capital of the world. The situation is alarming because the condition is not just hitting adults but kids too.

If you are suffering from diabetes, you know how crucial it is to be absolutely aware of not just what you eat but of also what you drink. Many drinks are high in carbohydrates, which can affect your blood sugar when ingested by your body. But what should you do when you feel like sipping on something?

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) recommends zero-calorie or low-calorie drinks to prevent the spike in blood sugar.

Choosing the right drinks can help manage your symptoms, avoid unpleasant side effects and maintain a healthy weight, which is very important for diabetics.

Here is the list of three best drinks you should choose if you have diabetes:

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Herbal tea

Herbal tea is one of the best options for diabetics. These teas are not just healthy but tasty too. They have a subtly sweet flavour and do not raise the blood sugar level. Inflammation is said to have a role in diabetes and some herbs help reduce inflammation.

Coffee

A study conducted in 2012 found that drinking coffee can help lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The risk is lowered for people who consume two-three cups of coffee every day. But it's important to have your coffee without sugar. Adding sugar and cream can increase the calorie count, which can affect your blood sugar levels so black coffee is the best bet.

Vegetable juice

While most fruit juices have too much sugar, you can try mixed vegetable juice. Blend some green leafy vegetables with a handful of berries to make the healthiest and yummiest juice. This blend will supply you with loads of vitamins and minerals, which are good for the condition.

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Diabetes Diet: These Are The Best Drinks Other Than Water For People With Diabetes

Diabetes is a long term condition that requires constant management of blood sugar levels. Your diet plays an important role when it comes to maintaining healthy blood sugar levels. Before planning your diet, diabetics should check the effect of the food consumed on your blood sugar levels. Most drinks are loaded with added sugar which can create fluctuations on your blood sugar levels. Even packed juices are loaded with sugar with very few nutrients. If you are consuming fresh fruit juice, you need fruits in large quantities to prepare a small amount of juice. This can also contribute to the consumption of too much sugar. Similarly, maximum drinks are loaded with sugar. There are very few options safe for diabetics. Here are a few drinks diabetics can add to their diet.

Healthy drinks for diabetics

1. Vegetable juice
Vegetables are loaded with essential nutrients. One should consume enough vegetables throughout the day. There are a variety of vegetables to choose from. You can combine your favourite vegetables to prepare fresh and nutrient-dense juice. Green leafy vegetables are the best ones to choose from.

2. Coffee
Good new diabetics! You can drink coffee. According to studies drinking coffee can reduce the risk of developing diabetes. If you want to add coffee to your diabetes diet, do not add cream to it. Also, choose the amount of sugar wisely.

3. Herbal tea
Teas are loaded with health benefits. Consuming tea loaded with or milk is not a healthy choice for diabetics. Instead, you can choose herbal teas which are also loaded with several health benefits. There are several herbal teas to choose from. Some of these can also help you control blood sugar levels. Take recommendations from your doctor to choose the right tea.

4. Low-fat milk
Dairy products also play an important role in your diet. These products are loaded with several health benefits. Diabetics can add milk to their diet but choose unsweetened and low-fat milk. You can once check with your doctor about the portion size according to your blood sugar levels. 

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Healthy drinks along with dietary iron may reduce its benefits

Green tea is known for being a powerful antioxidant. But researchers have learned that consuming the healthy drink along with dietary iron may reduce its benefits. "If you drink green tea after an iron-rich meal, the main compound in the tea will bind to the iron," said an assistant professor of nutritional sciences.

"When that occurs, the green tea loses its potential as an antioxidant. In order to get the benefits of green tea, it may be best to not consume it with iron-rich foods," adds the expert. Iron-rich foods comprise of red meat and dark leafy greens such as kale and spinach. According to him, the same results also apply to iron supplements.

Researchers found that EGCG -- the main compound in green tea -- potently inhibits myeloperoxidase, a pro-inflammatory enzyme released by white blood cells during inflammation.
Inactivation of myeloperoxidase by EGCG may be beneficial in mitigating IBD flare-ups. But when EGCG and iron are consumed simultaneously, iron-bound EGCG loses its ability to inhibit myeloperoxidase.

Adding to this complexity, they found that EGCG can also be inactivated by a host protein, which is highly abundant in inflammatory conditions, says the study.

IBD is characterised by chronic inflammation of the digestive tract, which results in bloody diarrhea, pain, fatigue, weight loss and other symptoms including iron deficiency/anemia. It is common for IBD patients to be prescribed iron supplements.

In this scenario, the intake of green tea and iron supplements at the same time would be counterproductive as both nutrients would bind and cancel each other out. "It is important that IBD patients who take both iron supplements and green tea know how one nutrient affects the other," the  Dr. said.

"The information from the study could be helpful for both people who enjoy green tea and drink it for its general benefits, as well as people who use it specifically to treat illnesses and conditions," continued the Dr..

"The benefit of green tea depends on the bio-availability of its active components. It is not only matter of what we eat but also when we eat and what else we eat with it," said  a graduate student in immunology and infectious diseases, and first author of the study.

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Melon and cucumber for headache prevention

If you’re suffering from headaches this summer, this drink will make your life much easier. The melon is rich in potassium and healthy sugars while the cucumber adds vitamin B and electrolytes. This drink is especially helpful after drinking alcohol.
Cut 1 cucumber into round slices , 1 cup of chopped melon in 1 litre of water.

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Rose water and mint drink For Stress relief

This drink is not only tasty but also looks fantastic if you add some fresh rose petals to it. Use a ¼ teaspoon of rosewater and 2 mint sprigs per 2 cups of water. The scent of the rose water alone is great at stress relief, which is why it’s often used in spas. This drink is packed with antioxidants and contains vitamins A, C, D and E.

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Celery, lime, and grapes, healthy drink to suppress hunger pangs

Celery is not a fruit, but it doesn’t make this beverage any less delicious. Add 3 celery stalks to ever liter of water (34oz), squeeze lime, and 2 cups of cut grapes. The celery reduces the feeling of hunger in addition to preventing kidney stones, gout, diabetes and heart and lung disease. 

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Healthy Watermelon and rosemary For Better blood flow

This delicious combination will probably become your number one choice this summer. You only need one sprig of rosemary to upgrade the refreshing properties of the watermelon. Rosemary is known to have memory-boosting properties, as well as antibacterial properties, and can improve the health of your hair,  or even provide some protection against Alzheimer’s. The watermelon contains vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and citrulline – an amino acid that helps regulate blood pressure.

You can make watermelon juice after removing the seeds in a blender with about 2 cups, to the juice add some more water if you desire and a sprig of rosemary. Chill it for about 15 minutes, then keep sipping when you're thirsty. 

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Healthy Cherries and lime – Improve the quality of sleep

This delicious beverage will make you forget any cravings you had for sugary drinks. It can be easily prepared if you turn the cherries into a pulp in the water (remember to pit them) and put it in the fridge for 10 minutes. This drink is fantastic for hot summer nights when you can’t seem to fall asleep. The reason is that cherries increase the body’s production of melatonin – the sleep hormone.

Cherries 1 cup, de-seed and pulp them
add a litre of water, some line pieces, chill if desired and keep sipping to hydrate yourself.

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6 Healthy Drinks For Managing High Blood Pressure

According to the 2017 report by Cardiologists, with one in every three Indians suffering from hypertension and heart ailments, cardiovascular diseases are acquiring epidemic proportions in India. While medications help reduce blood pressure, one has to stick to a healthy diet to manage it well. One of the most common advices given to a hypertension patient is to slash foods like salt, fat and calories and increase the intake of vegetables, fruits and lean protein in their diet. Some health experts also suggest reducing high blood pressure by cutting off caffeinated drinks and alcohol, as excess of both is extremely hazardous for health. While there are foods that help manage hypertension, there are certain drinks that may reduce high blood pressure and other cardiovascular conditions.

Here are a few important drinks suggested by a Nutritionist

1. Apple cider vinegar

The most popular vinegar in the natural health community is the Apple Cider Vinegar. There are a plethora of benefits that this nature's elixir encompasses in it. Loaded with potassium, ACV pushes out excess sodium and toxins from body. The presence of rennin enzyme causes the blood pressure to reduce. You could mix apple cider vinegar with some honey in a glass of water and drink it in the morning.

2. Lemon water

According to health experts around the world, starting the day with a glass of lemon water can do wonders to your overall health and fitness. Lemon water tends to cleanse your cells. Moreover, it is known to make the blood vessels soft and flexible, further lowering blood pressure. Lemon water contains vitamin C, which acts as an antioxidant, removing free-radicals from the body. A glassful of lemon water every morning can help regulate blood pressure levels.

3. Methi water

Methi or fenugreek water is high in fibre, which helps in controlling your blood pressure. Drinking fenugreek water every morning on an empty stomach may help keep your blood pressure in check.

4. Chia seeds infused water

Chia seeds are said to be high in omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to work as a blood thinner and may reduce blood pressure. Soak chia seeds in water for half an hour and drink the water. Repeat the process daily for a month for effective results.

5. Low or non-fat milk

Both low- or non-fat milk supply potassium and calcium to the body. Both these nutrients are associated with maintaining healthy blood pressure. One should avoid full-fat dairy as it contains significant amount of palmitic acid that can block signals that relax blood vessels, thereby keeping blood pressure elevated.

Here's a recipe of a concoction by Nutritionist  in order to reduce high blood pressure.

Ingredients:

• Mint leaves (a bowl)
• Coriander leaves (a bowl)
• Amla (4-5 deseeded)
• Water (one cup)

Method:

Blend all of the ingredients and drink it up.

Make sure you consult your doctor before adding these drinks to your daily diet as taking medications and drinking these beverages simultaneously may significantly drop your blood pressure levels.

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