Diabetes is a common condition that affects more than four million people in the UK, and 90 percent of all cases are caused by type 2 diabetes. You could lower your risk of high blood sugar by eating more cinnamon, it's been revealed.

Type 2 diabetes could be caused by the body not producing enough of the hormone insulin, or the body not reacting to insulin.

Without enough of the hormone, the body struggles to convert sugar in the blood into usable energy.

It's crucial that if you think you may have diabetes, you speak to a doctor as soon as possible.

One of the best ways to lower your chances of high blood sugar is to eat more cinnamon, it's been claimed.

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Cinnamon is a great spice for diabetes patients to add some sweetness to their meals.

It works by improving insulin sensitivity, while also lowering blood sugar levels, according to medical website Diabetes.co.uk.

While more research is needed, nutritionists have claimed that cinnamon is an ideal diet swap for diabetes patients.

But, if you do decide to eat more cinnamon, you shouldn't binge on the spice, it warned, as it could lead to liver damage.

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"There are certain foods that provide huge health benefits for people with diabetes," said the medical website.

"They are often known as diabetes superfoods. In any diet, balance is hugely important.

"Several studies suggest that cinnamon is an excellent choice for people with diabetes.

"It lowers blood glucose, reduces LDL cholesterol, and increases insulin sensitivity. Its also cheap."

Meanwhile, you could also lower your risk of diabetes symptoms by eating more fish, it's been claimed.

Fish is rich in vitamin D - particularly oily fish - which helps to form a protective barrier around the skin, eyes, and the nervous system; all of which are susceptible to damage from high blood sugar.

Fish also contains vitamin B2, which keeps the bones healthy.

Diabetes patients are also more at risk of damage damage as the condition progresses.

Many people may have diabetes without even knowing it, because the signs and symptoms dont necessarily make you feel unwell.

Common diabetes symptoms include having cuts or wounds that take longer to heal, having an unquenchable thirst, and passing more urine than normal.

You should speak to a doctor if youre worried about the warning signs or symptoms of diabetes, or if you think you may be at risk.

Diagnosing the condition early is very important, because patients are more at risk of some deadly complications, including heart disease and strokes.

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