The high antioxidant content of kale qualifies it as a superfood, and its ability to lower the risk of cancer, inflammation and a number of other ailments is already known, but is it possible that it also has the ability to lower blood sugar? Some researchers think so.
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A recent study showed that kale juice has a positive impact on blood sugar and may be effective in treating diabetes, according to the U.K. Express.
Results of the study showed that kale juice may help regulate blood sugar levels and improve blood pressure in people with hypertension.
Diabetes is one of the leading causes of kidney disease. Type 2 diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder caused by excess sugar in the blood, which happens when your pancreas can’t keep up with the demand of insulin throughout your body. As your body slowly becomes resistant to insulin, symptoms will appear because the glucose stays in the blood. Symptoms include weight loss, slow healing of wounds and increased thirst, urination or hunger.
The best way to lower your risk of developing diabetes is to eat a healthy, balanced diet and maintain an active lifestyle.
Just 1 cup of organic kale will flood your body with disease-fighting vitamins K, A and C, along with manganese, copper, B vitamins, fiber, calcium and potassium. This powerhouse veggie also includes 45 unique flavonoids, which have both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Kale has been compared to beef, which is known as a “go-to” food for iron, protein and calcium. Kale’s anti-inflammatory capabilities are unrivaled among leafy greens, especially relating to the prevention and even reversal of arthritis, heart disease and several autoimmune diseases. And now, you can add more benefits, including lowering your blood sugar, regulating your blood pressure and lowering your risk of kidney disease.
There are different varieties of kale — curly, dinosaur, Russian and ornamental varieties — and each has a slightly different taste and texture. Be sure and choose organic kale, so the negative effects of pesticide residue don’t outweigh the benefits derived from this superfood.
Kale can be eaten raw or roasted, braised, blanched, baked or stir-fried. Or, sip it in a beverage such as a smoothie or juice.
There are many kale recipes available for cooking up delicious salads, entrees and snacks made of this green superfood.