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Tuesday 26 January 2021
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Agencies
Many people refuse to eat foods with a bitter taste, despite the great health benefits they have, especially for people with diabetes.
According to experts, many foods with a bitter taste help reduce blood glucose levels in diabetics, including, according to Sputnik:
Watercress
Watercress helps lower glucose levels, avoid spikes in blood sugar and insulin resistance, according to the “Blood Sky” website.
Pomegranate peel
Pomegranate peel is the most beneficial part of the fruit, despite its extreme bitterness, as it contains high-benefit nutrients that help reduce blood glucose levels in diabetics.
Fenugreek seeds
A study showed that when given fenugreek seeds alone or in combination with some anti-diabetic drugs, such as metformin, they can lower glucose and cholesterol levels significantly.
Cranberries
A study revealed that when adding cranberries to a high-fat meal it can help manage high glucose after meals, and it can be used as a primary food to manage sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes.
Dill
A study has shown that eating dill seeds and leaves can help reduce glucose and cholesterol levels in diabetics, due to their antioxidant content.
olive oil
It contains phytochemicals that have healthy properties and a pungent taste, as the foods prepared with this oil reduce the high blood glucose level.
Green tea
One study indicates that the catechins found in green tea are high in antioxidants that play a major role in lowering blood sugar levels in diabetics.
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