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Beans: Magic Bullets for Blood Sugar Control

Beans come in all shapes, sizes, and color, and each variety is stuffed with vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Beans are rich in fiber, which gives them a low glycemic index.

Nuts Make Bad Carbs Better:

Pasta dishes and casseroles are typically made with ingredients that have high glycemic index, like white pasta, potatoes, or bread crumbs. A tasty way to lower a pasta dish’s glycemic index is to add nuts. Pine nuts are a terrific choice. (Whole grain pasta is still the healthier choice. Limit white pasta to once a week or special occasions.)

GET MOVING: Walking is about the most pleasant, pain-free workout there is. It is also one of the most effective. It will improve your blood sugar levels.

ADD A LITTLE SPICE TO YOUR DAY;

Cinnamon helps regulate blood sugar. Cinnamon stimulates the production of glucose- burning enzymes and increases the effectiveness of insulin–Slice up an apple, place in plastic bag with a teaspoon of cinnamon, shake and enjoy.

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