Heart disease is very common with diabetes patients. And they suffer more when heart diseases occur because of the excess glucose in their blood. Prevention of heart diseases is very important for people with diabetes.
Studies have also shown that a diet rich in antioxidants—vitamins A, C and E—may help prevent heart disease. Consider adding more fruits and vegetables, especially those with deep colors, to your diet. Carrots, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, spinach, broccoli, cantaloupe, pumpkin, apricots, and citrus fruits are all good choices. Vitamin E can also be found in vegetable oils, green and leafy vegetables, wheat germ, whole-grain products, nuts and seeds.