A certain type of carbohydrate helps reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
There are two forms of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. Until now it is not known what exactly causes type 1 diabetes, while type 2 is usually associated with being overweight, sedentary, or a family history. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, accounting for over 90 percent of all cases.
According to the British diabetes organization Diabetes UK, people's susceptibility to diabetes is closely related to their eating habits. In particular, an addiction to carbohydrate foods is associated with an increased risk of disease – primarily refined, quickly digestible carbohydrates. Refined carbohydrates are found in polished and crushed grains, white flour, sugar.
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“Regular consumption of white bread, tortillas, bagels, waffles and other pastries, white rice, pizza, sugary breakfast cereals is associated with an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Flavored yogurts, cakes, sodas, fruit juices and smoothies, ready-made sauces and seasonings are also unsafe in this regard, ”Experss quotes the experts of the organization.
However, a certain type of high-fiber carbohydrates can have the opposite effect, preventing the onset of processes leading to diabetes. Sources of these carbohydrates are
- whole grains,
- brown rice,
- whole wheat pasta and whole grain bread,
- vegetables and fruits,
- legumes: chickpeas, beans and lentils.
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Experts say that eating more fiber is also associated with more low risk of other serious diseases, such as obesity, heart disease and some types of cancer.
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