A bright root vegetable with a slightly poppy taste is one of the first vegetables to appear on the shelves in the spring. Tired over the winter body of young radish salad and fresh greens gives new strength.
It eliminates avitaminosis, cleanses the intestines of toxins accumulated during the winter, promotes weight loss and even helps in the treatment of certain diseases.
Many people suffering from diabetes ask themselves the question - can they eat radishes without fear, and if so, in what quantities and how often?
Why the question arises, is it possible to eat radishes for diabetics?
Some fruits and vegetables in diabetes of the first and second types are prohibited, as they can cause dangerous blood sugar jumps. At the same time, a vegetable diet is preferable for this disease, since fiber prevents sugar from entering the bloodstream too quickly and improves the overall condition of the body.
Reference! Vegetables saturate the body with vitamins and essential micronutrients. If the majority of fruits are forbidden for people suffering from diabetes, then everything is much better with vegetables - in particular radishes. Radishes in diabetes to eat is not only possible but necessary.
Can I use it?
Radish is very rich in fiber, which promotes the breakdown of carbohydrates. Thanks to fiber, blood glucose does not increase too dramatically. therefore Radish is recommended to be introduced into the diet of people with diabetes.
In addition, this spring vegetable contains valuable vitamins and minerals and promotes weight loss. Overweight, unfortunately, is a related problem in most people with this disease.
The main feature of radish is that it contains natural insulin, so the root crop has a very positive effect on the pancreas.
For type 1 disease
Radish contains a large amount of vitamin C - 100 grams of vegetable contains a daily dose for an adult. It contains vitamins B1, B2 and PP and a lot (for vegetables) of easily digestible protein. Radish contains calcium, magnesium, fluorine, salicylic acid and sodium. All this is extremely useful for patients with diabetes of the first type.
Sugar in radishes are also available, but the root crop has a very low glycemic index (GI) - only 15. That is, sugar in a vegetable is a complex carbohydrate, and diabetics can eat it without fear.
With the disease of the 2nd type
Radish is very rich in potassium salts, and therefore acts as an excellent diuretic. This is a very important quality vegetable, reinforcing its benefits for people with type 2 diabetes. Indigestible fiber in the root contributes to the slow absorption of carbohydrates, preventing surges in blood sugar.
Regular consumption of radish salads has a very positive effect on the body. - natural insulin in radish, fiber, reducing weight loss, diminishing hunger - are extremely positive for people with type 2 diabetes.
Folic acid in the vegetable ensures the proper functioning of the hematopoietic system, magnesium and sodium are responsible for well-being, the absence of migraines and the high-quality supply of oxygen to tissues. Going to a healthy diet and increasing the amount of vegetables in the diet, including radish, can greatly alleviate the patient's condition.
Is there a difference in the use of tops and root?
Most people eat only the radish root, while throwing out the tops. In diabetes, this is not recommended. The fact is that radish leaves contain more nutrients than the root itself.
It has vitamins A, C, K. In addition, the radish leaves contain nicotinic, salicylic and ascorbic acid.
The radish is rich in phosphorus, potassium, calcium, sodium and magnesium. Trace elements have a beneficial effect on patients with diabetes, in particular, a very positive effect on the pancreas and the cardiovascular system.
In what form and how much vegetable can diabetics eat?
Radish root crop nutritionists and doctors recommend to use mostly fresh - in salads, cold soups. To avoid problems with the gastrointestinal tract - bloating, diarrhea, discomfort - spring vegetable should be included in the menu carefully. As part of the salad of root vegetables should be no more than 30% of the total amount of the product, and it should not be eaten more than twice a week so as not to overload the intestines.
The leaves of the radish can not only be added to the salad fresh, but also be prepared from them vitamin spring soups. Boiled leaves have a beneficial effect on the intestines, contribute to the elimination of toxins., almost never cause allergic reactions, so they can be used during the season almost daily.
What are the benefits and harm?
Benefit
The main benefit of eating radish for diabetes is its ability to slow down the breakdown of carbohydrates, avoiding sharp jumps in blood sugar. Vegetable diet with radish:
- contribute to weight loss;
- spring avitaminosis is treated;
- improve mood;
- contribute to satiety without overeating, which is very important for diabetics.
Sodium in the composition of the root helps to improve the work of the kidneys, helps to cope with edema. Vitamin C boosts immunity.
Harm
Harm of eating radish for diabetics can only be in the following cases:
- Diseases of the digestive tract in the acute stage. In this case, the fiber and mustard oils in the root can worsen the situation. If a diabetic patient has a stomach ulcer or gastritis, it is necessary to eat radish a little, no more than two small fruits at one meal, and outside the stages of exacerbation.
- Allergic reactions. In this case, radish can be replaced with young cabbage, sweet red pepper and any greens.
- Addiction to diarrhea - Fiber in radish can contribute to the exacerbation of the disease.
- Thyroid disease. In any diseases of the thyroid gland, the use of radish is not recommended - it prevents the absorption of iodine.
Root Salad Recipes
To enhance the beneficial effects of radish on the body of a person suffering from diabetes, You can combine a root vegetable with healthy vegetables and herbs, as well as light protein foods. What dishes as well as possible help to lose weight and stabilize blood sugar? We give a couple of recipes.
With the addition of arugula
Radish contains natural insulin, arugula increases the body's sensitivity to it and contains chlorophyll, which is very useful in this disease.
- Arugula - a small bunch.
- Radish - 2-3 small fruits.
- Quail eggs - 3 pcs.
- Vegetable oil - 1 tsp.
- Arugula and radish wash well, dry.
At the root crop trim the top and tail, throw it away - they accumulate nitrates.
- Quail eggs to boil.
- Radish cut into slices, arugula cut or tear hands into small pieces.
- Eggs clean, cut in half.
- All ingredients mix, fill with a small amount of vegetable oil.
Arugula and radish have a slight bitterness, giving the salad piquancy. Salt this dish is not necessary.
With young cabbage
- Radish - 2-3 small fruits
- Young spring cabbage - 100 gr.
- Parsley, dill - 2 branches each
- Small cucumber - 1 pc.
- Olive oil - 1 tsp.
- Cucumber, radishes and greens washed, dried.
- Cabbage shred, mash up your hands.
- Radish and cucumber cut into strips, finely chop the greens and crush with a knife to give the juice.
- Mix all ingredients, fill with oil, lightly salt.
Eat for lunch in the morning.
Thus, radishes are an indispensable vegetable in the diet of people suffering from diabetes, both of the first and second type. It not only helps to fight excess weight, but also has a beneficial effect on the pancreas, nourishes the body with vitamins and promotes the slow breakdown of carbohydrates.
