There is new evidence to suggest that drinking coffee and tea can lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
According to a study by the Archives Of Internal Medicine, high intakes of decaffeinated coffee and tea are associated with reduced risk of diabetes.
BBC Health reported that researchers have conducted 18 separate studies involving nearly 500,000 people.
The analysis revealed that people who drink three or four cups of coffee or tea a day cut their risk by a fifth or more.
Consuming the same amount of decaffeinated coffee daily has the effect of lowering the risk by one third.
According to Rachel Huxley, a lead researcher at the University of Sydney, Australia, caffeine may not be the only link.
Other compounds found in coffee and tea, including magnesium and antioxidants may be involved.
Despite this evidence, researchers have cautioned people suffering from type 2 diabetes to follow the basic rules of regular exercises and not to be over-weight.
So if you are diabetic but not a coffee or tea drinker, you may like to include these beverages as part of your breakfast fare.
Breakfast is important for people with diabetes as they will not have low blood sugar levels later in the morning.
This will prevent them from overeating at lunch which will increase their sugar levels.
An example of an ideal breakfast for diabetics would be one that comprises wholegrain carbohydrates like oats or wholewheat toast with egg whites or cottage cheese.
Avoid taking large meals and spread your calories intake throughout the day to keep your blood sugar levels at optimal levels.
Instead of two large meals, you may want to eat five or six smaller meals like half a sandwich, an apple or orange.
Eat more oily fish and nuts, and less meat and diary products.
Consume salt, oil and spices moderately.
Use honey in place of honey.
Diabetics have high blood glucose which facilitate germs and bacteria to grow in their mouth.
Practising good dental care will help you to prevent teeth and gum problems.
I have cultivated a good habit brushing or at least rinsing my mouth after every meal or drink.
It is not always possible to brush your teeth after meal taken outside your house, but at least rinse your mouth.
Drink enough water, at least 8 glasses a day and get enough sleep.
You need to rest so your body can rejuvenate.
If you have any tips to help prevent diabetes, please share it with us.
According to a study by the Archives Of Internal Medicine, high intakes of decaffeinated coffee and tea are associated with reduced risk of diabetes.
BBC Health reported that researchers have conducted 18 separate studies involving nearly 500,000 people.
The analysis revealed that people who drink three or four cups of coffee or tea a day cut their risk by a fifth or more.
Consuming the same amount of decaffeinated coffee daily has the effect of lowering the risk by one third.
According to Rachel Huxley, a lead researcher at the University of Sydney, Australia, caffeine may not be the only link.
Other compounds found in coffee and tea, including magnesium and antioxidants may be involved.
Despite this evidence, researchers have cautioned people suffering from type 2 diabetes to follow the basic rules of regular exercises and not to be over-weight.
So if you are diabetic but not a coffee or tea drinker, you may like to include these beverages as part of your breakfast fare.
Breakfast is important for people with diabetes as they will not have low blood sugar levels later in the morning.
This will prevent them from overeating at lunch which will increase their sugar levels.
An example of an ideal breakfast for diabetics would be one that comprises wholegrain carbohydrates like oats or wholewheat toast with egg whites or cottage cheese.
Avoid taking large meals and spread your calories intake throughout the day to keep your blood sugar levels at optimal levels.
Instead of two large meals, you may want to eat five or six smaller meals like half a sandwich, an apple or orange.
Eat more oily fish and nuts, and less meat and diary products.
Consume salt, oil and spices moderately.
Use honey in place of honey.
Diabetics have high blood glucose which facilitate germs and bacteria to grow in their mouth.
Practising good dental care will help you to prevent teeth and gum problems.
I have cultivated a good habit brushing or at least rinsing my mouth after every meal or drink.
It is not always possible to brush your teeth after meal taken outside your house, but at least rinse your mouth.
Drink enough water, at least 8 glasses a day and get enough sleep.
You need to rest so your body can rejuvenate.
If you have any tips to help prevent diabetes, please share it with us.