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Aim for at least 8 grams of fiber per meal, especially when you eat carbohydrate-rich foods. It will help manage your blood sugar, keep you feeling full, and be good for your heart health. That’s extra important because diabetes makes heart disease more likely.
You could try:
- Peas
- Beans
- Oats
- Barley
- Fruits like apples, pears, berries, and citrus
- Vegetables like sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, carrots, and beets