People with Type 2 diabetes need to control both their weight and sugar levels. Consuming a diet high in fiber is the best way to accomplish those goals.
According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), many high-fiber foods are naturally low in sugar, fat and calories helping diabetics reduce the risk for diabetes complications. The FDA recommends an average daily intake of 25g of dietary fiber for adults. Some of the best sources of fiber include:
. High fiber fruit like berries, citrus fruits, as well as Asian and domestic pears.
. Orange vegetables such as sweet potato, pumpkin, squash and carrots.
. Green vegetables like cooked collards, turnip greens, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, spinach and artichokes.
. Whole grains such as whole wheat pasta, brown rice and barley.
. Beans including soybeans, navy, pinto black and kidney beans, split and black-eyed peas and lentils.
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