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Diabetes superfoods

People with diabetes could improve their health by filling up on diabetes superfoods recommended by the American Diabetes Association. These healthy foods that benefit diabetics are readily available and affordable.

Blueberries. Blueberries are an excellent food choice for people with diabetes. This superfood is rich in antioxidants, essential vitamins, and nutrients. Blueberries can usually be purchased fresh year round, but frozen varieties are also available during off seasons.

Oranges. Nothing says healthy like vitamin C and fiber. If you are suffering with diabetes be sure to include oranges and other citrus fruits in your daily diet. If your prefer orange juice instead of oranges, consider squeezing your own juice so that you can enjoy the pure, natural taste of this superfood.

Sweet Potatoes. Another great way to manage diabetes and improve your health is to include sweet potatoes in your diet. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A and fiber. This diabetes superfood can be prepared in many delicious ways including dinner recipes and desserts.

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Walnuts. Walnuts are known as food for the brain. Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Diabetics, like the rest of us, need healthy fats. If you do not enjoy the taste of walnuts, try other nuts and seeds which offer the same health benefits.

Spinach. Don't forget to include leafy green vegetables like spinach in your diabetic diet. Spinach is considered a superfood because it is rich in many important vitamins and nutrients. Spinach is also readily available and easy to prepare.

Manage your diabetes well by maintaining a healthy diet filled with diabetes superfoods. As they say in the natural health industry, "Healthy food is the best medicine."

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Dr. Aleathea Wiggins is a freelance writer specializing in health, parenting, and family issues. She is a former university professor, curriculum facilitator, and teacher. Dr. Wiggins holds degrees and credentials in journalism, education, health, and childcare administration. Her articles appear...

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