Water is not only necessary for all activities of life but also plays an important role in controlling blood sugar, especially in people with or at risk of diabetes. According to Medical News Today, maintaining a reasonable water drinking routine can help reduce blood glucose levels and improve insulin sensitivity.
One of the effective ways is to drink warm water 1015 minutes before meals. This helps fill part of the stomach, reduce cravings and slow down digestion, thereby limiting glucose spikes after meals. In addition, drinking water before eating also helps control portion sizes, indirectly reducing carbohydrate intake.
After eating for 30 minutes to 1 hour, you should drink a small glass of water to support nutrient absorption and promote more effective sugar metabolism. Avoid drinking too much water right after eating because it can dilute digestion, causing absorption disorders.
Water is the best choice, but can be replaced with boiling water to cool, roasted rice water, unsweetened herbal tea... People with diabetes should absolutely limit soft drinks, bottled fruit juices or pre-mixed water with sugar.
A study published in Diabetes Care shows that people who drink enough water every day (22.5 liters) have a more stable glycemic index and a lower risk of vascular complications.
