To reduce the risk of diabetes, be sure to eat this food

Persistently high blood sugar not only damages your blood vessels, it can have long-term health consequences and can inadvertently shorten your life. However, your diet can help reduce your risk of developing diabetes, especially with eating one. Food derived from dairy products, which is yoghurt, especially low-fat yoghurt.

Researchers reported in the journal BMC Medicine that yogurt consumption was linked to a lower risk of type 2 diabetes.

Commenting on the research, Diabetes UK said dairy products such as yogurt have a low glycemic index (GI), which tells people whether a food raises blood glucose too quickly.

However, it is better to choose the option of low-fat yogurt or low-fat Greek yogurt, which the British establishment considers a good option.

What about other dairy products?

Research reported in the BMC Medical Journal stated that consumption of other dairy products, besides yogurt, does not increase the risk of diabetes, and Diabetes UK said: 'Whether we have diabetes or not, we need some dairy products such as milk, cheese and yogurt every day, or non-dairy alternatives such as soy products."

This recommendation is based on the proteins and vitamins in dairy products that can help maintain strong bones and teeth. However, dairy products can be high in fats and saturated fats so low-fat alternatives are suggested, because adults and older children who consume a lot of From fat, they may be overweight, and obesity is one of the risk factors for developing diabetes, so you should follow up with a doctor or nutritionist to determine the appropriate diet, which varies from person to person.

How to control blood sugar levels

If you have diabetes, the foods you eat can affect how you feel and how much energy you have. People are advised to choose different foods, including fruits and vegetables that have a low glycemic index, and starchy foods, some of which can raise blood sugar levels very quickly. You should choose starchy foods with a low glycemic index, such as:

  • Whole grain bread

  • Whole wheat pasta

  • Basmati rice whole wheat, brown or wild.

And when it comes to oils and fats, choose healthy saturated fats like olive oil and rapeseed oil, and it's also essential to cut back on any foods high in fat, salt, and sugar.

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