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As the old saying goes, You are What You Eat

Did you know there a certain foods you can eat, which can help prevent diabetes? For example, brown rice, whole wheat, oatmeal, fruits, vegetables, beans, and lentils are very good to eat for Type 1 Diabetics. The pancreas doesn't release insulin, so these foods have a low glycemic index which makes the blood sugar rise more slowly. You would stay away from sodas, carbohydrates like pastas,  cookies, patries, and trans fats. As far as Type 2 Diabetes is concerned, a person is  not dependent on insulin, but should eat a mix of proteins, carbohydrates and healthy fats.

The above information is taken from Medicinenet.com https://www.medicinenet.com/type_1_diabetes_diet/article.htm
Another great source to learn more is the American Diabetes Association https://www.diabetes.org/risk-test

If you don't have diabetes, FANTASTIC. You don't have to take medication(s). Saving you money and anxiety.

Just as with diabetes, particular foods can help with keeping the silent killer  High Blood Pressure at bay. These foods include fish, nuts, beans, fruits, green vegetables like kale, spinach, whole grains instead of white flour.

To learn more, see the article, "Beating High Blood Pressure With Food" https://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/beating-high-blood-pressure-with-food by The Harvard Medical School.