Healthy Eating with Diabetes, Hypertension and Dyslipidem

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  1. 2. A pungent herb used globally that studies show can naturally support healthy blood pressure and artery health.
  2. 4. You should choose grains that are labeled "_____" because they retain all their natural nutrients and fibre.
  3. 5. A vital mineral found abundantly in bananas and sweet potatoes that actively helps lower blood pressure.
  4. 8. Strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries are low-sugar fruits packed with disease-fighting antioxidants.
  5. 12. A classic, comforting breakfast grain that contains a special soluble fibre known to sweep away cholesterol.
  6. 13. The nutrient in foods like bread, pasta, and fruit that breaks down into glucose for energy.
  7. 16. A wonderful, low-impact daily exercise that helps muscles soak up glucose and lowers blood sugar.
  8. 18. The indigestible part of plant foods that acts like a sponge, slowing down sugar absorption and lowering cholesterol.
  9. 19. A creamy green fruit packed with healthy fats and fibre that is great for heart health.
  10. 20. The mineral found in table salt that we want to lower to help manage blood pressure.
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  1. 1. The panel on packaged food you should read to check for hidden sugars, sodium, and trans fats.
  2. 3. The plant family that includes lentils, chickpeas, and beans—excellent for lowering cholesterol.
  3. 6. Flavour boosters like cumin, paprika, and turmeric that let you season food beautifully without using salt.
  4. 7. The technical name for "healthy fats" (like those in liquid oils) that protect your heart.
  5. 9. The best beverage choice for hydration that contains zero added sugars or sodium.
  6. 10. A pink-fleshed fish packed with Omega-3 fatty acids that lower inflammation and protect blood vessels.
  7. 11. Managing your _____ size at meals helps keep blood sugar steady and prevents sudden spikes.
  8. 14. A Mediterranean oil rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.
  9. 15. A mineral crucial for bone health and muscle function, found in low-fat dairy and fortified plant milks.
  10. 17. The _____ Index ranks how quickly a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood glucose levels.