Eat and succeed!
Did you know that certain foods can slow down sugar absorption?
1. CINNAMON - This antioxidant-rich seasoning slows down the rate at which your stomach digest food, which prevents blood sugar spikes and crashes. In fact, studies show that a half-teaspoon a day lowers blood sugar and cholesterol in people with type 2 diabetes.
2 & 3. PROTEIN & FIBER - Protein naturally lowers the Glycemic Index of a carbohydrate, and both fiber and protein slow the absorption of glucose, decreasing the possibility of insulin spikes.
Make exercise your vice!
Short term results: Your muscle looses glycogen in your muscles during physical activities. As this happens, your body will get sugar from your blood to replace the lost glycogen which in turn, lowers your blood sugar.
In the long run: Exercise increases insulin sensitivity as oppose to increase in insulin resistance that relates to diabetes.
The fix? Have a high fiber nutritional shake with added protein powder and sprinkle it with cinnamon powder ;p
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