Tribunjogja.com – Cucumber is one type of vegetable that we usually eat.
Besides being pickled, cucumbers are usually eaten as a side dish.
Not only does it taste fresh, cucumber is one of the natural remedies that can shed blood sugar height.
For information, cucumbers are low in calories and high in fiber. Here’s how to consume cucumber for diabetics.
According to a study published in the journal Plant Foods for Human Nutrition, patients with type II diabetes can lower levels of blood sugar by eating cucumber.
Cucumber is good for people with diabetes II because it contains high fiber. Just so you know, fiber is the key to lowering blood sugar levels.
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Fiber also helps slow down the digestion of carbohydrates and sugar, which in turn lowers sugar levels.
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) cucumbers contain about 10 calories. Researchers warn that vegetables can help patients feel full without worrying about sugar levels rising.
How to consume cucumbers for diabetics There are many ways to consume cucumbers for diabetics, apart from being consumed directly.
First, you can eat cucumbers by mixing them in a bean salad. Second, you can make cold cucumber soup with yogurt topped with a sprinkling of parsley-coated croutons.
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