Top 10 Diabetes-Fighting Vegetables

Learn our 10 favorite anti-diabetes veggies to get into your normal diet.
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1) Vegetables can supply you with most all the healthy carbs you need, as well as a wide range of essential nutrients.

2) Doctors and nutritionists recommend that upwards of 45% of your diet be comprised of carbohydrates - but that doesn't mean you should load up on pizza or pasta. Choose low-starch vegetables for each meal.

3) Cucumbers are great because they can help reduce oxidative and carbonyl stress. They also contain vitamin K, potassium, magnesium, fiber, and a high water content.

4) Celery is very low-calorie. It's also been shown to help lower blood sugar and lipid levels.

5) Carrots taste sweet but are non-starchy. The nutrients within carrots can help lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and also lower the risk of diabetic retinopathy.

6) Cauliflower is considered to be a "super-food." Use it as a healthy replacement for higher-carb rice.

7) Asparagus is only 40 calories per cup, and it contains powerful antioxidants to help with blood sugar regulation.

8) Bell peppers are high in fiber and vitamins. Just 1 cup can give you 100% of your daily vitamin C. They also contain capsaicin, which can help boost your metabolism and aid in fat loss.

9) Beets are high in water content and fiber, which can help slow your body's insulin response. They contain nitrates, which have been shown to lower blood pressure.

10) Broccoli contains beneficial nutrients, like magnesium and vitamin C. They also contain antioxidants which can lower the risk of eye disease.

11) Eggplant is cholesterol free, low-GI, and low-calorie. Eggplant contains phenols, which can help regulate your insulin response.

12) Leafy greens include lettuce, arugula, kale, and cabbage. They contain amazing vitamins, fiber and folate. Eating 1 and half servings of leafy greens per day can reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by 14%.