🥭 8. Mangoes: In moderation, they’re beneficial
Surprised to see mangoes on this list? In small portions, mangoes can help manage diabetes. They contain compounds that can improve glucose metabolism and reduce fat storage.
Important: Limit yourself to a small slice or half a mango to control your sugar intake.
🍌 9. Green Bananas: An Exceptional Resistant Starch
While ripe bananas are high in sugar, green (unripe) bananas contain resistant starch, which behaves more like fiber than sugar. They:
Feed healthy gut bacteria
Slow glucose absorption
Improve insulin response
Add green banana slices to your smoothies or lightly cook them for a diabetic-friendly side dish.
🍇 10. Grapes – Small but mighty
Grapes, especially red or black, are rich in resveratrol, a natural compound known to:
Improve insulin sensitivity
Contribute to heart health
Reduce blood sugar when consumed in moderation
Consume a small handful to maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
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🥭 8. Mangoes: In moderation, they’re beneficial
Surprised to see mangoes on this list? In small portions, mangoes can help manage diabetes. They contain compounds that can improve glucose metabolism and reduce fat storage.
Important: Limit yourself to a small slice or half a mango to control your sugar intake.
🍌 9. Green Bananas: An Exceptional Resistant Starch
While ripe bananas are high in sugar, green (unripe) bananas contain resistant starch, which behaves more like fiber than sugar. They:
Feed healthy gut bacteria
Slow glucose absorption
Improve insulin response
Add green banana slices to your smoothies or lightly cook them for a diabetic-friendly side dish.
🍇 10. Grapes – Small but mighty
Grapes, especially red or black, are rich in resveratrol, a natural compound known to:
Improve insulin sensitivity
Contribute to heart health
Reduce blood sugar when consumed in moderation
Consume a small handful to maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
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