15/05/2024
THE ONLY WAY TO EAT IF YOU WANT TO MANAGE YOUR BLOOD SUGAR
If you have type 2 diabetes or are trying to lose weight, this is how you should prepare your meals.
1) Veggies: Half your plate should contain vegetables, e.g., ugwu (pumpkin leaves), greens, etc.
2) Proteins: A quarter of your plate should contain a good protein: meat, fish, or eggs.
3) Carbohydrates: The remaining quarter of your plate should contain a complex carb, e.g., brown rice, quinoa, beans, etc.
4) Healthy fats: Then you can top up with healthy fats like avocado.
WHY SHOULD YOU DO THIS?
1. Helps keep your blood sugar stable: The veggies, proteins, and healthy fats help regulate blood sugar levels. They do this by slowing down the digestion of the carbohydrates.
2. Weight loss: With a balanced plate, you are eating fewer carbohydrates, and this will result in weight loss.
3. Nutrient Density: Each component of a balanced plate brings essential nutrients, supporting your overall health and well-being.
