8 Diabetes-Friendly Foods

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Pomegranates

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Pomegranates are high in antioxidants. They also help reduce cholesterol and the risk of atherosclerosis (restriction of arteries due to the build-up of cholesterol and plaque). Pomegranate sugar does not seem to spike blood sugar levels, so diabetics can enjoy its sweetness without guilt (of course the diet should be balanced and pomegranates consumed in moderation).

Pomegranates have numerous other essential health benefits including reducing the risk of cancer, particularly breast and prostate, reducing cholesterol levels, assisting in weight loss and maintenance, and fighting cellular damage. If you are taking medication, it is important to consult with your doctor about drug interactions as pomegranates can potentially interfere with medications similarly to grapefruit. Lastly, be careful eating pomegranates because, though delicious, they tend to stain your clothes.

Eggs

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Eggs are healthy for diabetics. The high protein content of eggs helps slow digestion, keeps people feeling full, and does not affect blood sugar levels. Eggs also contain essential nutrients, such as potassium, vitamin D, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, riboflavin, phosphorus, zinc, iron, copper, and the amino acid leucine. Egg whites contain more than half of an egg's protein, little fat, and no cholesterol. For this reason, people can eat as much of them as they want. Whole eggs or egg yolks, on the other hand, should not be consumed more than a few times per week as the cholesterol content is relatively high. This increases the risk of heart disease, especially for diabetics.

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