I may have diabetes, but Diabetes does NOT have me

If you’ve had diabetes for any length of time at all, you’ve probably seen lists of the signs and symptoms of high blood glucose dozens of times. Thirst, frequent urination, blurry vision, slow healing of cuts, and many more.

We know that diabetes is a multifaceted disease, with numerous factors interfering with consistent blood glucose management. These factors include diet, physical activity, medication, stress, illness, hormonal changes, dehydration, and pain 

How do you control the uncontrollable disease, Diabetes?

1. Eat more grains, including barley

Did you know that barley is  packed with fiber that tamps down your appetite and can help decrease blood sugar

2. Combine your macronutrients

Carbs plus protein or fat is a super combo when it comes to controlling blood sugar. The protein or fat you eat slows down digestion, thus buffering a blood sugar spike. 

3. Go for whole fruit over juice

A glass of orange juice is not the same as eating a whole orange. Besides having lesser calories, you also get more fiber from the whole fruit. For instance, there's about 4 grams of fibre in a large orange, compared to less than 1 gram in 8 ounces of juice.

4. Get enough Vitamin D

Research shows that Vitamin D can help reduce your diabetes risk

5. Drink enough water

Yes, sipping water can affect your blood sugar. But the important point is avoiding dehydration. When you're dehydrated, sugars in your blood are more concentrated, and thus, your blood glucose levels are higher.

6. Eat mindfully

This is important because when you eat mindlessly, you just pop anything into your mouth, which leaves you unsatisfied, & wanting more.

7. Walk it out

• Being naturally thin doesn’t mean you don’t need to exercise
• Even if you’re in your healthy weight range, being a couch-potato puts you at higher risk of high blood sugar level

Posted On: 15/11/2018