The tone of your day is determined by the breakfast you eat. That is especially true for diabetics. A healthy breakfast keeps diabetics energized and helps control blood sugar throughout the day.
But diabetics need to adhere to some simple rules if they want to maximize the benefits of this meal. Those rules are as follows…
1. Never skip your morning meal. If you do, you risk setting your blood sugar skyrocketing.
2. Eat something substantial at breakfast to deter unhealthy food cravings during the day.
3. Avoid restaurant breakfasts. If you make your own meals you can ensure that it contains less fat and sugar.
4. Healthy breakfasts include whole-grain bread or cereals, along with unsweetened yogurt and fruit.
5. Load up on fresh fruit and vegetables at breakfast because they are loaded with antioxidants.
6. Consider adding a tablespoon of flax seed to your morning meal, the omega-3 fatty acids are an important supplement for diabetics.
7. Oatmeal, oatmeal, oatmeal. It is an important food for diabetics that helps stabilize blood sugar levels.
8. Non-fat milk is an excellent way for diabetics to get the calcium they need. So drink it up!
9. When it comes to yogurt unsweetened and low fat is the key.
10. Opt out of juices. Instead of orange juice try eating an entire orange. Diabetics need the extra fiber.
11. Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants that help with inflammation. So sprinkle over your toast and oatmeal.
12. Avocados and apples are excellent choices to help keep your blood sugar in check throughout the day.
Follow these 12 rules and you will definitely start your day with a leg up on your diabetes.
