Choose whole grains over refined grains
Refined grains such as white rice are digested quickly, leading to a sudden increase in blood sugar levels.
switching to whole grains such as brown rice, oats, quinoa or millet will provide complex carbohydrates, more fiber and release glucose more slowly. The fiber in whole grains aids digestion and keeps you full longer.
Cook with less oil
The type and amount of oil you use every day can affect blood sugar control and cardiovascular health. Choose healthier oils like canola oil, olive oil, rice bran oil, flaxseed oil or walnut oil. Reducing your intake of cooking oil helps prevent insulin resistance and supports weight control.
Add more vegetables to each dish
Vegetables are rich in fiber, antioxidants and essential vitamins, which are essential for a diabetes-friendly diet.
Limit your salt intake
Controlling daily sodium intake is very important because high salt intake can increase blood pressure, especially for diabetics.
Preparing healthy snacks
Eating snacks without a plan often leads to the consumption of packaged foods high in sugar, sodium or refined carbohydrates. Preparing healthy snacks at home ensures you always have better options available.
Add protein to your diet
When you eat lentils with rice or chicken with rice, the protein in these meals will be linked to sugar, preventing blood sugar spikes. Protein also helps reduce overall blood sugar levels.
