(Blood sugar diet food) Is it a loss if you eat this without knowing?

The popularity of low-glycemic diets continues to grow. This method aims to control blood sugar levels and achieve weight loss. Commonly consumed foods include asabi, peanut butter, and oatmeal. However, there are some precautions to keep in mind when consuming these foods.

 

◇Asabi

 

Asabi is an abbreviation for apple cider vinegar, which refers to fermented apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar helps prevent diabetes by suppressing blood sugar levels. In fact, a research team at Asfahan University of Medical Sciences in Iran had 110 diabetic patients consume about 200 mL of water and 15 mL of apple cider vinegar for 3 months. Their blood sugar and glycated hemoglobin levels (average blood sugar levels over the past 2-3 months) were lower than those who did not consume the water.

However, caution is advised when drinking apple cider vinegar in its pure form. The strong acidity can damage the esophagus and stomach. For a more appropriate solution, dilute 15-30 mL with water or carbonated water. Also, avoid brushing your teeth immediately after consuming apple cider vinegar. Brushing with the alkaline apple cider vinegar on your teeth can wear away the enamel that protects the dentin. It's best to wait at least 30 minutes after consuming apple cider vinegar before brushing.

 

 

 

◇Peanut butter

 

The peanut butter diet is also popular, stemming from a movement to lose weight by controlling blood sugar levels. Peanut butter's high protein and fat content keeps you feeling full longer and keeps blood sugar levels from rising. Its slow and gentle rise in blood sugar helps reduce insulin resistance and prevents overeating.

 

However, peanut butter is a high-calorie food, so you should not exceed the recommended daily intake. Peanuts themselves have a low glycemic index of 14 and are rich in protein and unsaturated fatty acids. However, peanut butter contains a lot of saturated fat, which is added during the coagulation process of peanut oil. Furthermore, some peanut butters contain significant amounts of salt, sugar, and other additives. Therefore, when following a peanut butter diet, it's best to choose products with a high peanut content and low salt, sugar, and other additives.

 

 

 

◇Oatmeal

 

Many people also eat oatmeal to manage their blood sugar levels. Oatmeal was even named one of the "Top 10 Health Foods" by the New York Times. It's packed with protein, essential amino acids, and trace nutrients like calcium, potassium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, and iron. It's also high in dietary fiber, so even a small amount keeps you feeling full for a long time.

 

However, you shouldn't eat oatmeal indiscriminately. Those who experience gas or irritable bowel syndrome should avoid oatmeal. Excessive consumption of oatmeal can cause abdominal bloating as the fiber breaks down, leading to digestive problems like diarrhea and discomfort.

 

Also, oatmeal types are divided into steel-cut oatmeal, rolled oatmeal, and quick oatmeal. Since quick oatmeal has a relatively high GI index, if you are dieting, choose steel-cut oatmeal products, but avoid products with added sugar.

 

 

 

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The pictures above are what I'm eating these days.

Asabi, peanut butter, oatmeal (Grerolla)

 

As I was eating, I realized that some of them were helpful for blood sugar levels.

Too much is not good~~

 

Asabi: I like vinegar, so I think it suits me well.

Peanut Butter: Goes great with apples

Oatmeal: It tastes great with granola and Greek yogurt.