According to research published in the Journal of Medicinal Plant Research, cucumber extract shows a clear lowering effect on blood sugar in diabetic mice, thanks to its ability to stimulate pancreatic cells to produce insulin and improve the ability to use glucose in peripheral tissue.
Cucumbers contain flavonoids, tannins and saponins plant compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, thereby helping to improve insulin sensitivity.
The World Health Organization recommends a diet rich in low-starch vegetables such as cucumbers for people with diabetes. Cucumbers have a very low glycemic index, about 15, meaning that after eating, cucumbers almost do not cause a sudden increase in blood sugar.
With more than 95% water and high in fiber, cucumbers help slow down the digestion and absorption of sugar, supporting hunger control - an important thing in weight loss and blood sugar.
The effective way to eat cucumbers is to eat them raw, without peeling them (after washing them thoroughly or choosing organic) to retain the maximum amount of fiber.
Housewives can enrich dishes made from cucumber such as eating with main meals or as side dishes. But remember to avoid mixing it with sugar, vinegar or sugary dipping sauce. 100150g of cucumber per day is a safe and effective dose for people who want to stabilize blood sugar.
