

These are a part of the cruciferous vegetable family and include kale, rutabaga, Brussels, broccoli, sprouts, cabbage, turnips, etc. Spinach’s glycemic index is almost 0 and which is why it is very helpful for diabetic patients for stabilizing blood glucose levels. This is an all-season vegetable that is a very good source of dietary fibres, vitamins, folate, chlorophyll, manganese, calcium, potassium, zinc, phosphorous, protein and carotene. Consequently, they secure a prominent position in the Diabetes Food Chart. Beans, including black beans, do contain carbohydrates, but they also contain a significant amount of dietary fibre, protein, and other nutrients that result in a relatively low glycemic index rating.

These are rich in fibres & help you feel full for longer periods.
