There are all sorts of foods and activities which will directly benefit the life of a type two diabetic. It’s up to them to find a middle ground of both of these things to best keep their condition under control. Letting it get out of hand will cause all sorts of horrible medical complications which could leave you missing feet, going blind and eventually dying. Diabetes is no laughing matter but it doesn’t have to be anything near a death sentence, providing you treat it with respect and keep it under control.
Energy can be a real concern for diabetics. For those with high stress jobs, reaching for an energy drink is almost an automatic response but of course, these drinks are terrible for a diabetic and should be avoided at all costs. There are other natural forms of energy but these require pre-planning and as such we recommend fibre. Fibre will help you regulate your digestive system, meaning that foods high in fibre won’t cause the spike in your blood-sugar which other foods would. It’ll also lessen the levels of belly fat and there’s even evidence to show it’ll help to lessen your chances at contracting cancer!
Fruit is a great source of fibre. If you’re looking to get it into your diet then try eating more porridge, beans, apples and various other fresh foods. Whole grain products are rich in fibre and offer a more filling alternative. The trick is to find a balance and to keep an eye on your blood-sugar level to make sure it’s right for you! Once this is done the benefits of fibre should reveal themselves to you!
Talk to a nutritionist or read one of our many diabetes dietary articles to learn the very best ways to get fibre sources into your diet without losing our on flavour!
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