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How proper nutrition can reverse type 2 diabetes
“If you have type 2 diabetes or are pre-diabetic, we recommend working with a nutritionist to get advice that’s tailored to you. However, the following advice can still make a big difference.” Burrows says.
eat whole foods
Avoid processed foods and balance your blood sugar levels with macronutrients from whole foods such as nuts, beans, unprocessed meat and fish, and increase your intake of key macronutrients (protein, fat, fiber) and all the nutrients found in these foods. Support it with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. .
Increase protein, fiber and healthy fats
They digest slowly and keep you feeling full for longer, reducing the temptation to snack and having no impact on blood sugar levels. Get protein from chicken, eggs, beef, and authentic Greek yogurt, and healthy fats from extra virgin olive oil, avocado, and fatty fish. Increasing your fiber intake is as easy as adding lentils or black beans to your diet.
Support your liver with cabbage and cauliflower
With type 2 diabetes and blood sugar issues, the liver has to work harder. Cruciferous/cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cabbage, kale, arugula, cauliflower) contain isothiocyanates, which support the liver and are precursors to the production of glutathione, an important antioxidant. It also helps produce sulforaphane, which reduces inflammation and aids in liver detoxification.
Protect your heart with berries
People with type 2 diabetes are at increased risk for heart disease and stroke, so it’s important to support your vascular system and heart health. Vegetables and berries (beetroot and leafy green vegetables) are rich in anthocyanins (berries, apples, almonds), punicalagins (pomegranates), and resveratrol (apples, raspberries, grapes, blueberries), which support nitric oxide production. , has the following advantages: Antioxidant status and anti-inflammatory properties.
