Diabetes if left uncontrolled could have severe consequences like heart disease and blindness, among others.
Even prediabetes, or the condition in which one's blood sugar level is higher than it should be, requires you to take certain precautions.
Here's a list of foods and beverages to avoid if you suffer from diabetes or prediabetes.
Consuming too many carbs could pose the risk of raising your blood sugar levels too quickly. Sugary drinks and sodas are the biggest culprits. Their high fructose content is linked to insulin resistance in the body, so you must steer clear of them.
Say a clear no to artificial trans fats that could lead to insulin resistance and belly fat in the body. A lot of fast foods, peanut butter and baked goods have artificial trans fats in them.
White bread, rice and pasta are all high in carbs and low in fibre, which could unnecessarily spike blood sugar levels. Replace these with high fibre, whole foods like green vegetables, fruits and healthy nuts and seeds.
Avoid dried up fruits and stick to low-sugar fruits like berries and apples.