10 Foods To Eat for Diabetic Diet
Article Sources
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- 2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5466941/
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Diabetic Diet Foods To Eat #7: Asparagus
Asparagus is a non-starchy vegetable with only 5 grams of carbohydrates and 2 grams of fiber per serving. According to the British Journal of Nutrition, asparagus can help keep blood sugar levels in check and increase insulin production. A serving of asparagus is considered half a cup or about six spears.
Asparagus also helps prevent the risk for coronary heart disease, which is associated with diabetes. It contains 33 percent of the recommended daily amount of folate. The American Heart Association advises eating foods rich in folate to help lower the risk of heart disease.
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