Black American Women Are At Higher Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

Black American women who ate high GI foods were at higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes, a new study found.

The glycaemic index measures the effect of carbohydrates on blood glucose levels. Foods that are high in GI release faster and higher levels of sugar into the blood stream. At the same time, the sugar level drops as fast again.

It also has been found that eating cereals that are high in fibre may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes particular in black American women.

The Boston University School conducted a study from 1995 until 2003. Data from over 40 000 black American women has been studied by the researchers. In the data was information included about the women's weight, health, diet and other information.

Almost 2000 women from that study who ate high GI foods have developed Type 2 Diabetes.

Black American women can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes by having more fibre in their diet. This can be as simple as switching cereal or change from white to whole meal bread.

After years of continually eating an improper diet of high-glycemic foods that spikes the blood glucose levels, it becomes harder and harder to lose extra pounds and maintain a healthy weight. A poor lifestyle can cause your body to over-stimulate the release of insulin--the body's storage hormone.

A better choice is to eat low-glycemic foods which keep blood glucose levels more stable, helping to reduce carbohydrate cravings, leave and control the appetite more easily.

Weight loss can reduce the likelihood of developing obesity-related diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

RESET your body for a healthier lifestyle.