HEALTHY LIVING


Eat These Foods to Prevent Chronic Health Conditions


They can help manage diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, anxiety, and depression. ::


BY JUDY KOUTSKY T


he well-known saying “You are what you eat” is a good reminder that our daily diet has a direct


impact on our health and well-being. You can prevent or manage many


chronic conditions including Type 2 diabetes, cholesterol, and high blood pressure by eating certain foods. Plus, the right diet can also


improve mental health by alleviating anxiety and depression.


TYPE 2 DIABETES According to the Cleveland Clinic, more than 37 million people in the U.S. have diabetes (about one in 10), and about 90% to 95% of those cases are Type 2. Type 2 diabetes occurs when your


body can’t use insulin properly and as a result, you suffer from persistently high blood sugar levels. It can lead to heart disease, increased risk for stroke, and kidney issues. “My number one recommendation


for foods to prevent and manage Type 2 diabetes is whole grains, such as brown rice, quinoa, and whole wheat bread,” says Jessica DeGore, a Pittsburgh-based registered dietitian nutritionist. These foods are rich in fiber, which


will keep you full longer and stabilize your blood sugar levels. Plus, they have a lower glycemic


index, “which means they are digested and absorbed slowly, resulting in a steady rise in blood sugar levels, as opposed to high-


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glycemic foods that cause a rapid rise in blood sugar.” Leslie Ely, a registered dietitian


and nutrition therapy lead at Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis, Tennessee, advises: “Eat plenty of non-starchy vegetables like lettuce, tomatoes, spinach, asparagus, and broccoli. “These foods are low in calories


and carbs, but high in vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, C, K, folate, iron, calcium, and potassium. Plus, they slow glucose absorption


and improve insulin sensitivity.” It’s also important to get plenty


of protein. Good options include eggs and plain yogurt. (Make sure it’s high-protein Greek yogurt.)


HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, which is known as the silent killer because often there are no symptoms. It can lead to heart attack and stroke. Maintaining a diet low in sodium


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