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The right diet is the key to managing many diseases and to improving general quality of life. For this condition, scientific research has found benefit in the following healthy eating tips.

  • Low-Glycemic Index Diet

    Whole grains, beans, vegetables, and fruit help keep blood sugar levels stable because their low glycemic index does not cause blood sugar to spike.
    Low-Glycemic Index Diet
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    Whole grains, beans, vegetables, and fruit help keep blood sugar levels stable because their low glycemic index does not cause blood sugar to spike.

  • Olive Oil

    Extra virgin olive oil is a good source of monounsaturated fat. Increasing monounsaturated fats relative to other dietary fats is associated with better blood sugar control and cholesterol levels
    Olive Oil
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    Extra virgin olive oil is a good source of monounsaturated fat. Increasing monounsaturated fats relative to other dietary fats is associated with better blood sugar control and cholesterol levels

  • Cane Sugar

    Studies have suggested that a high-fiber diet, especially when combined with a low-glycemic-index diet, improves blood sugar control.
    Cane Sugar
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    Studies have suggested that a high-fiber diet, especially when combined with a low-glycemic-index diet, improves blood sugar control.

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