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MANAGE DIABETES
HEALTHY BODY,HEALTHYMIND,HEALTHY FOOD
The American Diabetes Association chose ten super foods with nutrients that are es-
pecially important to adults and children with type 1 and 2 diabetes, including calcium,
potassium and vitamins A, C and E. These foods also help prevent blood sugar spikes
and maintain healthy blood pressure.
DARK, LEAFY GREENVEGETABLES
You can eat as much spinach, collard greens and kale as you want!
Try
Sunny Green Smoothie
.
TOMATOES
Tomatoes are packed with vitamins C and E and iron.
Try
Peggy’s Garden Gazpacho
.
FAT-FREE YOGURT
Yogurt gives you a big dose of calcium and vitamin D.
Try
Zesty Egg Salad
.
WHOLE GRAINS
Barley, oatmeal and other whole grain foods are high in fiber
that make you feel fuller longer. Try
Warm-Me-Up Oats
.
NUTS
Add an ounce each day of vitamin E-rich walnuts, cashews or
unhydrogenated nut butters, such as peanut butter and almond
butter. Try
No-Bake Energy Bites
.
MORE DIABETES-MANAGEMENT FOODS:
• Beans • Citrus Fruits • Sweet Potatoes • Berries
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