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Living with Diabetes

Plant foods are the best menu for treating diabetes. Scientific research confirms the effectiveness of plant foods in managing this disease. Through the centuries, more than 400 plants have been identified, used, and prescribed as diabetic remedies.

Across the Continents

in Europe, Asia and the Middle East, raw onions and garlic have been long been favorite anti-diabetic drugs. The classic Greek salad and Insalata Caprese bear this out. Raw onion is still considered a good diabetic food, as it contains flavonoids. Common mushroom is widely used in parts of Europe to lower blood sugar.

In India and China, bitter gourd and ginseng are still widely used for treating diabetes, and have been since ancient times. Barley bread is a popular treatment for diabetes in Iraq. Other foods, used in different countries in the treatment of diabetes include beans, cabbage, cinnamon, coriander seeds, cucumber, fenugreek seeds, Indian gooseberry and lettuce.

All these foods have anti-diabetic properties. Scientific research has confirmed that most of these foods or their compounds either lower blood sugar or stimulate insulin production. Ideal foods that help to lower blood sugar or stimulate insulin production in diabetes patients are discussed below.

Jerusalem artichoke is a tuberous root with a top like a sunflower. It may enhance sensitivity to insulin – the hormone produced by the pancreas that allows glucose to enter the body’s cells – thereby leading to better glucose control, it is believed.

Asparagus is full of fiber and antioxidants, in addition to being delicious!

Beans are a good source of slowly digestible carbohydrate, fiber and vegetable protein and therefore a good means of lowering the glycemic index.

Broccoli- loaded with fiber and Vitamin C.

Carrots are a source of fiber and heart-healthy flavonoids.

Fish -omega-3s can help reduce inflammation, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of blood clots.

Blueberries, cherries, cranberries, blackberries, purple cabbage, raspberries, see below.

Foods with flavonoids see below:

Foods with flavonoids can reduce diabetes risk

Nuts are a good source of protein, fiber, vitamin E, and flavonoids and are power-packed with monounsaturated fat.

Oatmeal: The less processed the oat, such as steel-cut oatmeal, the lower it is on the glycemic index, which may help control blood glucose.

Soy - Edamame helps keep you full and contains omega-3 fats, to help keep blood-sugar levels steady.