Dark chocolate
Dark chocolate contains many antioxidants and polyphenols from cocoa, which help protect nerve cells and support brain health. Choose chocolate with a cocoa content of 70% or more and eat it before meals.
A small amount of caffeine in dark chocolate can help reduce cravings, limit overeating and support blood sugar control. You should only eat about 30-40 grams per day to benefit your health, and pay attention to controlling the total calories in your diet.
Olive oil
Olive oil is a healthy oil, rich in unsaturated fatty acids and antioxidants, beneficial for the cardiovascular system. In particular, cold-pressed virgin olive oil can also support regulating blood sugar levels.
Raisins
When you crave sweets, you can replace sugary snacks with a little raisins. Raisins are rich in anthocyanins, fiber and fructose, which help fight inflammation and support digestion. Some studies show that eating raisins after meals can help stabilize blood sugar better than using glucose. However, dried fruits are often high in calories and sometimes added with sugar, so you need to choose the right product and should not eat too much.
Green kiwi
Some fruits such as apples or guavas have a low glycemic index, but green kiwi is also recommended by many experts. Eating kiwi before meals can help stabilize blood sugar after meals. Green kiwi has a lower glycemic index (GI) than yellow kiwi. In addition, this fruit also contains serotonin, which can help improve sleep quality. When you sleep better, blood sugar levels are also more stable.
Almonds
Almonds are rich in antioxidants and good fats. Eating about 60 grams of almonds with white bread helps control blood sugar better than just eating bread. In addition, eating about 28 grams of almonds before high-starch meals can help significantly reduce post-eating blood sugar levels.
