Walnut
Walnuts are a good source of protein and fiber. They are also a good source of the healthy omega-3 fatty acid ALA. These polyunsaturated fatty acids have been shown to improve various cardiometabolic risk factors associated with diabetes risk.
Add walnuts to your diet by sprinkling on the salad, put in yogurt or used as a cake coating.
Fish
Fish is a natural source of high-quality protein, important micronutrients and the omega-3 fatty acid DHA. Regular fish consumption has been linked to a reduced risk of diabetes.
Using fish oil supplements, especially regularly over time, has also been linked to a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes.
Whole grains
Whole grains are a good source of many important nutrients, including B vitamins.
Women who ate the most whole grains had a lower rate of type 2 diabetes than those who ate the least.
Lentils
Lentils are a delicious, high-fiber food that can help people reduce their risk of high blood sugar.
Regular consumption of lentils, especially when combined with a Mediterranean diet, may be beneficial in preventing type 2 diabetes in older adults, especially those at high cardiovascular risk.
Lentils may also help maintain healthy blood lipid levels in postmenopausal women — another big benefit of adding this food to your diet.
Olive oil
Adding olive oil to your diet may help reduce the risk of high blood sugar in women.
Olive oil has anti-diabetic properties and may help improve blood sugar levels, reducing the risk of complications related to diabetes.
