Insulin Resistance and Blood Sugar Levels

12 Surprising Ways to Beat Diabetes

Find out how cutting fat, finding a roommate, and catering to a caffeine habit can slash your risk for type 2 diabetes
By Hollis Templeton fitbie
 

Don’t Miss Out on Magnesium

Adding more whole grains, beans, nuts, and leafy green veggies to your plate can help you take in more magnesium. Getting at least 100 mg of the mineral a day (from food or supplements) decreases your risk for developing diabetes by 14 percent, according to a research review published in the Journal of Internal Medicine. And it’s pretty easy to rack up the recommended amount. An ounce of peanuts contains about 50 mg of magnesium, a cup of black beans has 120 mg, and a cup of cooked spinach packs 157 mg.

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