The
Diabetes Self-Management has showed studies whereby coffee and chocolate has
been proven to help in prevention of diabetes. The researchers were of the
opinion that cafestol, an essential chemical in coffee helps in increasing the
insulin secretion process. It would also be helpful in reduction of fasting
glucose levels. However, it would not be wrong to suggest that cafestol may not
be the only chemical that would be effective in reduction or prevention of
diabetes. A wide number of chemicals, more than 1000 chemicals are known for
keeping the blood sugar levels on the lower side.
Making
the most of cafestol
Cafestol
has been known to increase the glucose uptake in the muscle cells. It has been
known to work on the similar lines as that of the diabetes medicine. It would
not be wrong to suggest that drip-brewed coffee does not have ample of cafestol
chemicals in it. Therefore, you should look forward to drinking Turkish/Greek
or espresso coffee to make the most of cafestol.
However,
addition of plenty of sugar and cream would increase the fat and sugar content
in your coffee. Therefore, you should use both in moderate quantity to make the
most of coffee bean benefits.
Research
on coffee intake and chocolate consumption
The
HSPH (Harvard School of Public Health) conducted a study whereby 120,000 people
were put under observation. Those who were known to increase their coffee
intake by at least one cup a day were reducing the risk of developing Type 2
Diabetes by 11%. On the other hand, people reducing their coffee consumption
were more likely to develop the risk of having diabetes by approximately 17%.
Similarly,
chocolate encompasses, flavanol, which is an antioxidant that controls your
blood sugar levels and weight. The catechin in flavanol is also popular for
reducing blood sugar levels and controlling your weight. However, Acorn Stairlifts believes that you should control your chocolate intake to
just one or two squares of dark chocolate daily.
