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12. Beans

The American Diabetes Association lists beans as a superfood for diabetes management. A half-cup serving contains as much protein as one ounce of meat, and eating more proteins help regulate the blood sugar response and reduce blood pressure. Legumes have a low glycemic index and can reduce the glycemic load of meals. In one study, participants on a bean diet saw their A1c levels drop half a percentage point after three months.

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