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Artichokes are often prepared and cooked as vegetables, but did you know that they’re technically a type of thistle? These humble veggies are highly nutritious and even have anti-diabetic properties, according to a study published in the journal BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies.
Hyperglycemia is the technical term for high blood glucose (or blood sugar). People with Type 1 diabetes develop hyperglycemia because their bodies don’t produce enough insulin, the hormone that cells need to convert glucose into energy. On the other hand, those with Type 2 diabetes have insulin resistance, which means their bodies don’t use insulin properly to transport glucose to cells efficiently, which leads to glucose build-up.
For the study, scientists observed the protective effects of an ethanol extract derived from artichoke (Cynara scolymus) leaves in rat subjects.
The results showed that compared to diabetic groups, the rats treated with artichoke extract had lower blood glucose. The rats that received the extract also had lower plasma total cholesterol, triglyceride, and low-density lipoprotein levels than those in the diabetic group.
Incorporate artichokes into your daily diet and receive its anti-diabetic benefits by making this easy porcini, artichokes, and parsley salad.
Ingredients for 6 servings:
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Following a balanced diet is one of the best ways to regulate your normal blood sugar levels and avoid diabetes. For more anti-diabetic vegetables like artichokes, visit Veggie.news.
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