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5 Good Foods for Diabetics

Diabetics have to be more careful than other people when it comes to their eating habits as there are certain super foods that are particularly good for them. One of the best ones is dark chocolate because it's rich in flavonoids which are capable of reducing insulin resistance, improving insulin sensitivity, dropping insulin levels, and fasting blood glucose. Apart from all the benefits that dark chocolate provides diabetics, it can also lower blood pressure thus reducing the risk of a stroke. Broccoli Broccoli are, together with other vegetables such as kale and cauliflower, ideal for people who suffer from diabetes. Thanks to a compound called sulforaphane, you will be eating a natural anti-inflammatory that not only will improve blood sugar control but will also protect your blood vessels from the cardiovascular damage that can sometimes be a consequence of diabetes. If you are not a big fan of broccoli, mix them with a bit of pasta for a delicious dish. Fish Most types of fish are great for diabetics because they are extremely rich in protein which means you will feel full quickly. They also contain a good type of fat that is ideal to cool inflammations, and eating fish regularly can lower the risk of suffering from a diabetes-caused stroke. Olive oil Olive oil is not a food in itself, but adding this ingredient to some of your dishes can help you reduce the risk of suffering from type 2 diabetes by as much as fifty percent thanks to olive oil being rich in antioxidants nutrients. Walnuts An ideal snack, walnuts contain alpha-linolenic which can lower inflammation as well as omega-3s, fiber and vitamin E.