By Nikita Toppo
Certain foods and drinks can raise your blood glucose and insulin levels and increase the risk of diabetes. Here are five foods you must avoid.
Processed meats such as bacon, ham, salami or beef contain many harmful chemicals that can increase the risk of diabetes.
Full-fat dairy products primarily contain saturated fat, which increases the risk of heart disease for diabetic patients.
Foods that are high in added sugar usually contain no protein or fibre that can cause your blood sugar levels to spike quickly and then drop sharply.
French fries are deep fried in oil that contains unhealthy saturated fats, which makes it inappropriate for diabetic people.
Dried fruits are loaded with sugar that can be harmful for diabetic patients, replace them fresh fruits.