What foods help protect your heart and prevent diabetes?
That's what would be really useful to know - what exactly should you eat to avoid getting sick? Which foods actually help?
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In short: fatty fish (herring, mackerel), all kinds of vegetables, whole grain bread, nuts and olive oil - that's the foundation. Plus less sugar and fried food, more exercise, and the risk will drop noticeably.
The basic rule is simple: food that takes a long time to digest and doesn't cause blood sugar spikes is exactly what you need. To what's already been mentioned, I'll add that legumes are basically magic for your heart and glucose levels because of the fiber plus protein combo. Lentils, chickpeas, beans - relatively cheap and they work.
Berries (any kind, even frozen ones) contain antioxidants that help your blood vessels. Avocado - not as a salad base, but actual avocado - healthy fats without cholesterol. And a tip people often forget: you need to cut out sugary drinks first and foremost. Even fresh-squeezed juices still have a ton of sugar in concentrated form. Plain water, unsweetened tea, maybe coffee.
Don't forget about spices - turmeric and cinnamon actually affect your metabolism. And one more thing: portion size matters. Even a healthy food in huge amounts becomes a problem for blood sugar. Eat more slowly and pay attention to when you feel full.
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