Chromium
Chromium assists in the metabolism of glucose, insulin and blood fats. It is helpful in improving the metabolism of glucose intolerance.
Food sources that are rich in chromium are: bakers and brewer's yeast.
Magnesium
Most diabetics suffer form magnesium deficiency which may cause retinopathy and micro-angiopathy. Magnesium is beneficial for reducing the risk of sudden death which is usually caused by arrhythmias or heart spasms.
Foods including magnesium are: cereals, nuts, legumes, meat and milk.
Selenium
Selenium is necessary for stimulating glucose uptake which is impaired in diabetics. The other advantages of selenium are: regulating metabolic processes such as glycolysis (breakdown of glucose), gluconeogenesis (metabolic utilisation of glucose), fatty acid synthesis and other important metabolic processes.
Food sources of selenium are: cereals, fish, lean meat.
Zinc
It is useful for improving glycogenic control in diabetics and reducing the severity of peripheral neuropathy.
The great sources of zinc are: meat, wholegrains, legumes and seafood such as oysters.
If you suffer from diabetes it is important to consume these essential nutrients by eating foods rich in vitamins and minerals or by taking supplements.
It is also necessary to consult a clinical dietician who can help you create proper diet and portion plan for you.
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