10 Power Foods A Diabetic Should Eat This Winter...!!!

To keep your health on top include these wintertime power foods in your diabetic diet. 

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1. Brussels Sprouts:- These small bulbs grow along stalks and have a taste and texture similar to cabbage. These brussels sprouts take a long time to grow and are best harvested in the winters. To prepare this delicate vegetable, use fresh brussels sprouts and refrigerate them for up to two days, rinse with cool water and remove the outer leaves.

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A cup of cooked Brussels sprouts has around 60 calories and 11 grams of carb. They're a great source of fiber, too, with 4 grams per cup. This vegetable also provides potassium and vitamins A, C, and K.

    2. Pomegranate:- The edible seeds of pomegranate are the real fruit of this dry climate. Pomegranates are the perfect balance between tart and sweet. We can eat the seeds with salads or plain as well. We can also cook down the seeds and reduce the juice into a delectable syrup perfect for topping off whole wheat pancakes.

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A half portion of pomegranate seeds has 70 calories, 16 grams of carb, and 3.5 grams of fiber. This unusual fruit contains folate and B vitamins. The deep red hue of this fruit also means it contains the antioxidant anthocyanins. It reduces the risk of cancer and heart disease as well.

   3. Cinnamon:- It is a kitchen staple that seems to get more popular as the months get colder. Cinnamon provides a hint of spice and warmth to almost any recipe including pumpkin pie and hot chocolate. 

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It contains essential oils that have anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. Cinnamon decreased the insulin resistance and lowered the blood sugar levels up to 29%.  

   4. Citrus:- The tang and sweetness of citrus fruits are unmistakable. Citrus fruits such as oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes provide refreshing flavors during this dull and cold winter months. 

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Citrus fruits are a great source of vitamin C. They also contain potassium and these fruits are typically low in calories. One medium-size tangerine contains just 50 calories and almost 2 grams of fiber. Fiber can help stabilize blood sugar and cholesterol levels and keep your hunger satisfied.  

  5. Beef:-  It has a bad reputation for being high in saturated fat and cholesterol, but lean beef lacks some of the calories from fat and is a great source of protein. Protein helps to satiate hunger.

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It is a rich source of vitamin B and iron. Vitamin B help with energy metabolism, while iron is essential for carrying and storing oxygen in the body. Insufficient iron can cause anemia, which will make you feel tired.

 6. Sweet Potatoes:- This subtly sweet, orange-hue starchy vegetable is a nice sweet or savory complement to any meal. sweet potatoes are an excellent source of beta-carotene, an antioxidant, which helps reduce cell damage in the body.
  

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A sweet potato can contains 50-150 calories and 12-40 grams of crab, so do your best to properly weigh or measure portions. It also provide 2-6 grams of fiber which can help to stabilize blood sugar levels.

 7. Kiwi :- The flavor of kiwi is almost as striking as it's bright green color. The green fruit, which is surrounded by a fuzzy brown peel, originated in china, where it was called Chinese gooseberries.

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Kiwi are loaded with vitamins, they have more vitamin C than oranges and they are also high in vitamins A and K. One small kiwi provides just 40 calories, 10 grams of crab and 2 grams of fiber.

 8. Persimmons:- It might look like tomatoes but don't get them confused. persimmons have a similar orange-red color, but instead of a tomato's green stem a persimmons has a brown flower like bud at the top. It should always be peeled and consumed when it becomes soft.  

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Persimmons average about 100 calories and 30 grams of carb apiece. They also contain 6 grams of cholesterol-lowering fiber, as well as half your daily need for vitamin A.

 9. Dungeness and Snow Crab:- A popular special-occasion seafood, crab is typically used in salads, entrees, soups, and chowders. The sweet flavor and delicate meat has many nutritional benefits, including being low in fat and calories.

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 It's 3 ounces contains just 75 calories. Carb also boasts a heavy dose of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. A 3-ounce portion of cooked crab has 300-500 milligrams of these healthy fats. Omega-3s found in seafood sources have been shown to lower triglyceride levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.

 10. Cabbage:- Cabbage is low-cost and versatile, making it the perfect vegetable to stock in your kitchen this winter. Cabbage can be used in a variety of ways. Add chopped cabbage to a stir-fry, soup, or salad. Wrap your favorite vegetables or lean meats in a cabbage leaf instead of a tortilla or bun for a delightful stuffed-cabbage meal.

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cabbage contains vitamins A, C, and K. Vitamin K helps with bone health by increasing bone density and decreasing the risk for osteoporosis. Cabbage makes a great addition to any meal, as it is very low-calorie and low-carb with just 22 calories and 5 grams of carb per cup.