The winter season is knocking. Diabetes patients need special care during this season. Many nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables are available in the market at this time. This season is especially important for people suffering from diabetes because blood sugar can be kept under control with the right diet.
Winter fruits and vegetables not only provide nutrition, but are also helpful in controlling blood sugar. Include foods like guava, orange and spinach in your diet. Along with this, keep checking blood sugar regularly.
You can control diabetes by including these fruits and vegetables available in winter in your diet. On World Diabetes Day, Yashoda Super Speciality Hospital 's Senior Endocrinologist Dr. Rahul Chaudda is telling which fruits and vegetables should be eaten in winter so that your blood sugar level can remain under control.
Guava and Orange
Guava is rich in fiber and vitamin C. It helps in keeping blood sugar stable. It can be eaten as a morning breakfast or evening snack. Similarly, orange is a fruit with a low glycemic index. It not only keeps the body hydrated, but also controls the sugar level.
Apples and Berries
Apples are rich in fiber and antioxidants, which help in controlling blood sugar. Diabetic patients should eat at least one apple daily. Berries contain antioxidants and vitamins, which help in improving the functionality of insulin.
Spinach
Spinach contains iron and fiber. It helps in maintaining insulin levels in the body. Spinach is a good option for diabetes patients, which helps in controlling blood sugar. Spinach can be easily eaten by making juice, soup or vegetable. It does not contain starch and its glycemic index is also very low, due to which there is no negative effect on blood sugar.
Fenugreek and Broccoli
Both fenugreek leaves and seeds are beneficial in controlling blood sugar. Include it in the form of vegetable, paratha or decoction. Similarly, broccoli has low carbohydrates and high fiber. It is an excellent option for diabetic patients.
Carrots and mushrooms
Beta-carotene present in carrots controls blood sugar. You can eat it in salad or soup. Eating carrots is very beneficial for health. Eating just 50 grams of carrots daily provides the body with many essential nutrients. Similarly, mushrooms are a low-calorie and low-carb vegetable, which helps in keeping blood sugar stable.
Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always consult your doctor for more information.
