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Here are 11 foods that have a low glycemic index and don’t spike blood sugar levels while providing essential nutrients to improve fertility.
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Maintaining stable blood sugar levels is important for overall health and fertility. In an interview with HT Lifestyle’s Zarafshan Shiraz, Dr. Priyanka Dilip Kumar, Senior Consultant – Reproductive Medicine and High Risk Obstetrician, highlighted 12 foods that are low on the glycemic index, meaning they are low on blood sugar. Do not cause a rapid increase in levels. Providing essential nutrients that improve fertility – (Photo by Jeremy Doddridge on Unsplash)
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1. Jamun – Jamun protects the eggs from damage and aging due to their antioxidant properties. On the contrary, strawberries are considered to increase libido in women. (Unsplash)
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2. Leafy vegetables – Leafy vegetables like spinach, curry leaves, fenugreek and broccoli contain folate, a vitamin B that is known to aid ovulation. Eating green leafy vegetables also naturally increases the libido of women. (Pixabay)
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3. Beans – The lean protein present in beans, along with iron, helps in increasing fertility and libido. Due to low iron, healthy eggs are not produced during ovulation and this is called anovulation. They are high in fiber, which can help you feel full for a longer period of time. In addition to carbohydrates, beans, including black beans, also contain fiber, protein, and other nutrients, resulting in a low glycemic index. Therefore, they are very important in the diabetes foods list.
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4. Figs – In fact, there is scientific evidence that figs have been used as a stimulant since the time of the ancient Greeks. Figs are rich in iron, which is important for eggs and ovulation. (Shutterstock)
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5. Vegetables and fruits – When trying to conceive, it is especially important to eat up to three servings of fresh fruits and vegetables every day. (Shutterstock)
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6. Full Fat Milk – Full fat milk is a nutrient-rich beverage that may support fertility. It contains essential nutrients like calcium, vitamin D and protein, which promote hormone function and a healthy menstrual cycle. Including full-fat milk in your diet may improve fertility by providing essential nutrients and supporting hormonal balance. (Shutterstock)
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7. Spinach – It is an all-season vegetable and a good source of dietary fiber, vitamins, folic acid, chlorophyll, manganese, calcium, potassium, zinc, phosphorus, protein and carotene. Spinach has a glycemic index of about 0, so it’s a healthy habit for people with diabetes to keep their blood sugar stable. (freepik)
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8. Collard greens – These are part of the cruciferous vegetable family and include; Kale, rutabaga, brussels, broccoli, sprouts, cabbage, turnip, etc. They provide lots of nutrients in low calories and are known to reduce blood sugar levels and stabilize lipids, insulin and blood sugar levels in patients with type 1 diabetes. In type 2 diabetic patients. (Shutterstock)
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9. Mustard Greens – Leaf mustard is very low in calories (27 calories per 100 grams of raw leaves) and fat. However, its dark green leaves contain ample amounts of phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals. Additionally, it contains a very good amount of dietary fiber which helps control cholesterol levels by interfering with its absorption in the intestine. (Shutterstock)
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10. Sweet Potato – Sweet potato is a top product of the potato family and has a glycemic index of 44, hence it is considered a good food for diabetics. According to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, even if you have diabetes, eating potatoes in moderation can help keep your blood sugar in a healthy range. (Unsplash)
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