Grilled salmon
Salmon is high in omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), which helps reduce inflammation, stabilize blood sugar and protect the heart.
According to the American Heart Association (AHA), people with diabetes are at risk of heart disease 2-4 times higher than normal people, so the addition of fat fish is necessary.
Salmon can be grilled or steamed, combined with green vegetables to enhance nutrition.
Avocado
Avocado is a source of monounsaturated fat, helping to improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control. Research by the American Institute of Nutrition and Diabetes shows that regular butter consumption helps reduce insulin resistance in type 2 diabetics.
You can eat butter directly or processed into unsweetened smoothies.
Almond
Almonds are high in monounsaturated fat, help reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase good cholesterol (HDL).
Eat 28g almonds daily helps reduce blood sugar when hungry and improve HBA1C (average blood sugar measurement index for 3 months).
Almonds can eat directly or add sugarless yogurt.
Olive oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil (Extra Virgin Oil) contains monounsaturated fatty acids and polyphenols, helping to reduce inflammation, protect blood vessels and improve insulin sensitivity.
New England Medical Magazine published research shows that a diet rich in olive oil helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular complications in diabetics by 40%.
Use olive oil to mix salad or cook at low temperatures.
Chia seeds
Chia seeds contain omega-3, fiber and protein, help slow the process of absorbing sugar and reduce the risk of hyperglycemia after eating. According to the American Clinical Nutrition Magazine, chia seed consumption helps to control weight and reduce blood sugar (GI).
Soak chia seeds with water or almond milk, used with low sugar fruits.
Tuna
Tuna is an abundant source of omega-3 and protein, which helps maintain muscles and control blood sugar effectively. According to the Canadian Diabetes Association, diabetics consumes tuna regularly to help reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and improve cardiovascular function.
Tuna can be processed into salads or fried with olive oil.
Greek yogurt
Greek yogurt contains healthy fats and probiotics (probiotics), helping to support digestion and improve insulin sensitivity.
Research by Harvard Medical School shows that diabetics ate Greek yogurt daily reduced the risk of diabetes complications by 14%.
Combine Greek yogurt with chia seeds or almonds to increase nutritional value.
