SWEETEST NATION IN ASIA (NOT a compliment in this case!)
Living with diabetes is tough. You have to check your blood sugar often, take medicine, and watch what you eat. It's a constant battle to keep your blood sugar levels stable, and it can be really stressful. Especially in our Malaysian culture with diverse food options, it is hard to resist. People with diabetes have to be super careful to avoid serious health problems. Diabetes are often the root cause of many other health complications like heart disease, kidney and even vision.
Diabetes Hacks
Defend it with vegetables
When eating a meal, start by eating the vegetables first; this can help "block" the sugar from entering the bloodstream as much.
Freeze it to low it
Eating frozen-toasted bread helps slow down sugar level spikes compared to freshly made bread.
Whole Fruit VS Fruit Juice
Always eat your fruit whole and in its original form. Fruit juices remove their fiber and leave only water and sugar.
Wrap your sugar
If you are craving something sweet, don't eat it on an empty stomach. Eat fiber first to "wrap" the sugar.
Peanut butters that are not just peanuts
Always check the ingredients list to avoid nut butters with sugar in them.
A spoon of vinegar - secret ingredient
Have a tablespoon of vinegar in water before eating a high-starch or sugar meal.
Wellness Guide
