Named the best and worst types of bread, which affect the level of sugar in the blood

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Carbohydrate-rich foods raise blood sugar levels – this is what diabetics should consider when choosing bread.

Blood sugar control is important for everyone, but especially for people with type 2 diabetes and those who cannot produce enough insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar. Given that bread is one of the most popular foods, experts have named the best and worst types that affect blood sugar levels, Express writes, referring to the American Diabetes Association.

The worst type of bread , according to her experts, is a product made from refined carbohydrates such as white flour. Experts explain that the processing of grain to obtain white flour softens the texture, but also removes fiber, vitamins and minerals, provides bread from it with a higher glycemic index.

Products with added sugar are especially dangerous in this regard. , they significantly increase the level of sugar in the blood. Instead of white bread, the diabetes association recommends choosing whole grain bread.

Experts call rye bread the best type of bread, considering its effect on blood sugar levels.

In addition, you can learn how to bake bread yourself using flour with a low carbohydrate content and without resorting to artificial components.