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7. Black Beans

A half a cup of beans has about 20 carbs, but they are high in fiber and loaded with omega fatty acids, protein, and other nutrients that make them a good addition to a diabetic diet.

Research shows that adding black beans to a high-fat diet improved insulin sensitivity in mice, and some studies show that they may have a combined beneficial effect when eaten with rice.

Black beans in a bowl

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