Leafy Greens
Leafy green vegetables are extremely nutritious and low in calories. They are also very low in digestible carbs, which raise your blood sugar levels. Spinach, Kale and other leafy greens are good sources of several vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C. In one study, increasing vitamin C intake reduced inflammatory markers and fasting blood sugar levels for people with type 2 diabetes or high blood pressure.
Turmeric
Turmeric a spice with powerful health benefits. Its active ingredient,
curcumin, can lower inflammation and blood sugar levels, while
reducing heart disease risk. What's more, curcumin appears to benefit kidney
health in diabetics. This is important, as diabetes is one of the leading
causes of kidney disease. Unfortunately, curcumin isn't absorbed that well on
its own. Be sure to consume turmeric with piperine (found in black pepper) in
order to boost absorption by as much as 2,000%.
Broccoli
Broccoli one of the most nutritious vegetables around. A half cup of cooked
broccoli contains only 27 calories and 3 grams of digestible carbs, along with
important nutrients like vitamin C and Magnesium. Studies in diabetics have
found that broccoli may help lower insulin levels and protect cells from
harmful free radicals produced during metabolism.These important
antioxidants help prevent eye diseases.
