Nutritionists recommend eating about three bowls of beans per week.
This simple rule helps maintain heart and blood vessel health, as well as stabilize blood sugar levels.
Other vegetables beneficial for diabetes
Legumes aren’t the only foods that help control high blood sugar.
Other vegetables help keep it at a normal level:
Broccoli – contains chromium, which regulates sugar levels; it is high in fiber and low in carbohydrates.
Spinach – source of magnesium, necessary for carbohydrate absorption and effective insulin action; almost calorie-free.
Cauliflower is a great alternative to rice and pasta; it contains sulforaphane, which helps lower blood sugar.
Carrots – despite their slightly sweet taste, they have a low glycemic index and are rich in beta-carotene.
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