Type 2 Diabetes: Prevent Hyperglycemia Symptoms with Vegetables and Peas

Diabetes is a common disease that affects about four million people in the UK, and 90% of cases are caused by type 2 diabetes. The condition is caused by the pancreas not producing enough insulin hormone , or the body not reacting to insulin. Without enough insulin, the body has trouble converting blood sugar into usable energy. You could reduce your risk of developing diabetes symptoms by eating regular peas, it was said.

Peas are a great addition to any diabetes diet, especially fresh peas, revealed The Diabetes Council.

They have a very low glycemic load, which means they are not likely to cause sudden peaks in blood sugar, he added.

Despite the peas containing a relatively large amount of carbohydrates, he added.

"The simple answer to the question" Should I include peas in my diabetes diet? "It's yes," said the Diabetes Council.

"Peas have a low glycemic index but, more importantly, their glycemic load is very low.

"The glycemic load takes into account the total amount of carbohydrate in a food. It indicates that sugars are released more slowly than in other foods.

"Some people might ask why eat peas when most of the calories come from the carbohydrates in peas and, since peas are a starchy vegetable, should not they be avoided?

"Calories are not the only problem to consider. Yes, about three-quarters of the calories in peas come from carbohydrates, but carbohydrates are complex, not just carbohydrates. "

When we eat peas, we also eat more fiber, they said. Fibers tend to slow the absorption of carbohydrates, so it is unlikely that peas cause peaks in blood sugar.

Fresh peas are the most nutritious type of pea. They can be eaten as an accompaniment or even as a snack.

But canned peas may have added sodium, and possibly preservatives, so should be avoided.

There are no foods that diabetic patients should actively avoid, the NHS said. But it is important to limit the amount of sugar, fat and salt in their diet.

You can reduce your risk by eating a healthy and balanced diet and by exercising regularly.

Many people may have diabetes without even knowing it, because the symptoms do not necessarily make you feel bad.

The most common diabetes symptoms include feeling tired, excess urine above normal, and unquenchable thirst.

If you are concerned about the symptoms of diabetes or if you think you are at risk, you should talk to a doctor.