Accompanied by protein-rich foods
When eating noodles, you should include healthy protein such as eggs, lean chicken, beef, fish, tofu. Consuming protein helps to reduce the glycemic response in the meal and support blood sugar regulation.This is also a great way to avoid blood sugar spikes.
Eat vegetables first
You can apply this strategy to all sorts of different dishes. Eating vegetables first will increase satiety and prevent you from overeating. In addition, the order in which food is consumed at a meal can affect blood sugar. Studies show that if you start a meal with vegetables or protein first, then carbohydrates (noodles, vermicelli, pho), blood sugar is more likely to stay under control.
Cook medium
Overcooked noodles have a slightly higher glycemic index. Therefore, when boiling noodles, pay attention to the time for the noodles to cook just enough so that the glycemic index is not too high, thereby helping to slow down the absorption of carbohydrates.
Diabetic-friendly noodles
Besides traditional egg noodles or wheat flour noodles, you can refer to the following options for a more delicious meal while ensuring health:
Soba noodles (buckwheat noodles)
Soba noodles originate from Japan and are made from buckwheat seeds. These noodles contain no wheat-like ingredients and are gluten-free. Soba noodles are high in cholesterol-lowering fiber, as well as magnesium, which improves blood flow. Fiber and magnesium also help control blood sugar, so these noodles may be a better choice for diabetics than traditional pasta.
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