Surprising Foods to Avoid for Prediabetes: Insights on Diet and Health Risks

- 3.2 million people in the UK are at risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes.
- Prediabetes has no symptoms; key risk factors include overweight and smoking.
- Healthy plant-based diets can lower diabetes risk by 34%.
- High sugar fruits and dried fruits can spike blood sugar levels.
- Fruit juices lack fiber, leading to quicker sugar absorption; limit to 150ml.
- Processed fruit jams can be up to 60% sugar; opt for low-sugar alternatives.
- Rice cakes and diet fizzy drinks can cause insulin resistance; choose healthier options.
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