Sunday, February 10, 2008

Monounsaturated fats (MUFA) Help Manage Diabetes

Diabetes Care reports that a diet rich in monounsaturated fats (MUFA) may help reduce mid-section body fats better than carbohydrate-rich diet. Maintaining a lower mid-section weight is a major factor in successfully managing Type 2 diabetes.

Foods that contain MUFA's include:

Olives and olive oil (Extra Virgin works best)
Canola oil
Nuts and nut oils (peanut, walnut)
Seeds and seed oils (sesame, flaxseed)
Grape seed oil
Soybean oil
Avocados


Doctor's also recommend increasing exercise to reduce your midsection.
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