These between-meal bites can be a welcome addition to your diet.
Thankfully, you dont have to give up nutrient-dense foods in the name of better blood sugar balance.
Avocado consumption not only demonstrated improvements in heart-health biomarkers, but also improved glucose control.
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She shares, Cheese is often a concern and avoided due to its saturated fat content.
However, it can be a good source of protein and calcium and help with blood sugar balance.
Eggs
Eggs have ebbed and flowed in popularity throughout the decades.
Mixed Nuts
If the fat and calorie content of nuts concerns you, dont stress over it.
Nuts provide a good source of healthy, unsaturated fats, shares Palinski-Wade.
The only caveat is their sodium content.
Higher sodium intakes arent recommended for people with high blood pressure or those taking certain medications.
Prunes
Yes,dried fruitcan be included in a blood-sugar-friendly diet.
Palinski-Wade shares, Many individuals see grams of sugar on a food label and panic.
Sheth writes, Enjoying these snacks as part of a healthy diet can help support your blood-sugar management goals.
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