The way you prepare your food can have a big impact! By making a few simple changes, you can get the most out of your ingredients. In the modern rush of life, where convenience often dictates our food choices, it's easy to overlook how much our cooking methods matter. A simple shift in how we prepare our meals can affect the nutritional value we get from our ingredients.
Eat Raw
Some vegetables keep more of their nutrients when eaten raw, because some water-soluble vitamins leak out during cooking. These include bell peppers, watercress, broccoli and onions.
Peeling Fruit and Vegetables?
Don’t automatically reach for the peeler. A lot of fruits and vegetables have nutrient-rich skin. Cucumber skin contains silica, and eggplant skin is packed with anthocyanins, the same pigments found in blueberries. If you plan to eat unpeeled fruits and vegetables, always rinse them beforehand.
Choose Frozen
Frozen fruits and vegetables are often frozen soon after picking, so they can be just as nutritious as fresh, and sometimes more so. Fresh produce that has been transported and stored for a long time can lose some nutrients.
Mindful Eating
Eating mindfully has many benefits, such as helping regulate appetite, supporting digestion and increasing enjoyment. Mindful eating may also help with weight management. Here are some tips for mindful eating:
- Eat when you’re hungry
- Be more aware of what you’re eating
- Prepare with care
- Enjoy the experience
10 Nutritious Foods for People Managing Diabetes
Including these nutritious foods in your meals can help you stay on track:
- Leafy Greens: Spinach, kale, and other leafy greens are low in carbs and high in fiber.
- Berries: Blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries are rich in antioxidants and fiber and lower in sugar than many other fruits.
- Nuts: Almonds, walnuts, and other nuts are packed with healthy fats, protein, and fiber, and have little effect on blood sugar.
- Chia Seeds: High in fiber and omega-3s, chia seeds can help slow digestion.
- Sweet Potatoes: Rich in fiber and vitamins; portion size still matters, as they contain carbohydrate.
- Avocados: Full of healthy fats and low in carbs, avocados support heart health.
- Greek Yogurt: Plain Greek yogurt is high in protein and contains probiotics that support gut health.
- Cinnamon: A flavorful spice that can add sweetness to foods without added sugar.
- Beans: Packed with fiber and protein, beans are digested slowly and help keep you feeling full longer.
- Garlic: Adds plenty of flavor to meals without salt or sugar.
Including these foods as part of a balanced eating pattern can support your diabetes management.
If you liked this post, check out more articles that could help you with nutrition:
- A Guide to Eating Well with Diabetes
- Dinner Tips for the Festive Season
- Eating Tips to Help you be Mindful
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