For some background on diabetic snacks: here's my earlier post.
Actually referring back to the article on diabetes,org.uk, nuts and seeds are in the same category.
"Nuts and seeds are high in fibre and healthy fats, making them a great snack for a healthy, balanced diet. As we mentioned earlier, it’s best to choose unsalted options. As they are high in fat, be mindful of portion sizes if you are trying to lose weight or maintain a healthy weight."
Now what are the benefits of seeds?
Freedomfromdiabetes.org states that Fenugreek, Sesame Seeds, watermelon seeds, sunflower seeds, flax seed, chia seed, pumpkin seed all helpful to diabetic people.
For example:
Chia seeds:
Chia seeds are small seeds black in color obtained from the plant Salvia hispanica. It is an important food due to its ability to provide sustainable energy.
These are loaded with antioxidants, have good quality protein, and help in reducing blood sugars and inflammation in the body.
Sesame Seeds:
If you carefully go through the benefits of sesame you will understand that they are very much helpful in conditions leading to diabetes. They help in maintaining blood pressure due to their magnesium, help reduce inflammation, have antioxidants to combat oxidative stress, and their quality of being high in protein and healthy fats makes them special.
Ok. moving on to shopping for seeds:
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