16. Eat Foods High in Magnesium and Chromium
Several studies have shown a link between high blood sugar and micronutrient deficiencies. Some important minerals and micro-nutrients you might be short on are chromium and magnesium. Eat foods high in chromium and magnesium to make sure you’re getting enough of them.
If you think you could be really deficient, consider taking a multivitamin with chromium and magnesium in it. Chromium is integral to fat and carb metabolism, and it also helps control your blood sugar levels. If you don’t have enough chromium, you could have carb metabolism problems.
Two studies showed that chromium had positive long-term effects on blood sugar in diabetics. Some foods that are rich in chromium include whole-grain bread, beans, broccoli, and egg yolks. There was also a study that showed Magnesium can benefit blood sugar levels, and a deficiency in magnesium has been linked to a higher risk of getting diabetes. Another study showed that people who consumed the most magnesium had a 47% lower risk of developing diabetes.