Dietary control is an essential part of the management of diabetes. In addition to our well-known medications and appropriate exercise, healthy diets play an indispensable role. Today we’ll discuss the relationship between diabetes and vegetable juice.
Vegetable juice, as a low sugar, low calorie and fibre- and nutrient-rich drink, is a good option for diabetics. The following are some of the vegetable juices suitable for diabetics:
(1) Plumbing juice: The plume contains “spicin”, a compound that reduces blood sugar. Despite the bitterness of the juice, the addition of a small number of lemons can alleviate the pain, and a daily glass helps to reduce blood sugar and improve insulin sensitivity.
(2) Orchid juice: Orchid juice is rich in fibres and vitamin C, which helps to stabilize blood sugar levels. The GI value is only 15, which is a low-litre sugar index.
(3) Carrot juice: carrots are rich in carrots and fibres, which helps to reduce insulin resistance and preserve eye health. The GI value is 35 and proper consumption helps to regulate blood sugar levels.
In selecting vegetable juice, diabetes patients should note the following:
(1) Fresh juice: Select fresh vegetable juice to avoid adding sugar or other additives to reduce additional sugar intake.
(2) Control weights: Even low sugar vegetable juices should be consumed at an appropriate level so as not to affect blood sugar control.
(3) A balanced diet: Vegetable juice should not be a substitute for a proper meal, but a combination of appropriate protein and healthy fat as part of a balanced diet.
Anyway, vegetable juice can help us better control blood sugar as part of a healthy diet for diabetes patients.
However, each individual situation is unique and it is therefore advisable to consult a doctor or a nutritionist when making dietary decisions in order to develop a personalized diet plan.
