
Cinnamon
One of the most studied spices for blood-sugar regulation, cinnamon’s cinnamaldehyde and procyanidins improve insulin sensitivity in people with metabolic syndrome.
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One of the most studied spices for blood-sugar regulation, cinnamon’s cinnamaldehyde and procyanidins improve insulin sensitivity in people with metabolic syndrome.

Keeping the bran and germ intact gives brown rice three times the fibre of white rice plus magnesium and selenium.

A gluten-free pseudocereal with complete plant protein, high magnesium and rutin, useful for heart health and blood sugar control.

Keeping the bran and germ gives whole wheat bread more fibre, magnesium and B vitamins than white bread, supporting heart health and stable energy.

Few foods match lentils’ combination of plant protein, fibre and iron for the price.

One of the most complete plant proteins in the supermarket, black beans combine protein, fibre and resistant starch for heart health and blood sugar control.

One of the few plant foods that delivers complete protein with all nine essential amino acids, plus 9 g of fibre per 100 g.

Cup for cup, strawberries contain more vitamin C than oranges — at only 32 calories per 100 g. Their polyphenols help blunt post-meal blood…

One of the most versatile complete plant proteins available, tofu absorbs flavours and marinades, making it easy to build plant-rich meals.

Pomegranate seeds contain punicalagins — the strongest fruit antioxidants — alongside anthocyanins and ellagic acid for heart and skin health.

A handful of almonds covers nearly half your daily vitamin E, with magnesium and monounsaturated fat supporting heart and skin health.

The poster child of leafy greens for a reason: one 100 g serving of kale exceeds a full day of vitamin K and delivers…