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Beat diabetes hands down with these 5 seeds

Your kitchen shelf seems to be the one stop solution for diabetes patients. Rummage through your shelf to find that bottle of flaxseeds or cumin seeds. They can really help you control your blood sugar levels. These seeds are good options for both diabetics and pre-diabetics.

Written by Editorial Team | Published : July 2, 2019 1:37 PM IST

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Diabetes

Seeds are generally highly nutritious as they already consist of all the materials to help develop a complex plant. they are full of fibre and have monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats in them. They are also rich in various vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. By consuming them with the correct diet they can not only help to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure but also diabetes. Diabetes is a lifelong condition where your body starts to resist using insulin and affects the way glucose is handled in your body. The pancreas keeps trying to make the cells absorb glucose by secreting more and more insulin. This continues and the sugar eventually starts building up in your blood. Seeds can help this condition as it has a protective effect over people suffering with diabetes. Here are some powerhouse seeds that can be effective in beating pre-diabetes and diabetes.

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Chia Seeds

Chia seeds: Consuming chia seeds reduce certain risk factors for heart disease and thus help to prevent heart-related complications in people with diabetes.

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Cumin Seeds

Cumin seeds: Cumin seeds keep the blood glucose under control by protecting the B-cells of the pancreas from oxidative stress and also helping in increasing the production of insulin in the body.

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Fenugreek

Methi also known as Fenugreek, is best known for supporting digestion and triggering weight loss. This is because methi contains galactomannan, which is a water-soluble component. It helps in reducing appetite and keeping you full for a longer period of time. It can also increase your body’s metabolic rate. The best way to use this herb is to crush it and make a fine powder out of it. You can mix this powder in water and drink on an empty stomach. Also Read - Eid ul Fitr 2026 Moon Sighting Live: When will India, Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Afghanistan celebrate Eid this year?