12Reduce Sugar Intake
People with prediabetes and diabetes should avoid refined and processed sugars, including high fructose corn syrup, fructose, sucrose, glucose, and similar ingredients. These are simple carbs that can be broken down easily and increase the levels of blood sugar quickly. They can be found in many common foods and drinks, such as bread, salad dressings, ketchup, sauce, sports drinks, vitamin waters, fruit beverages, and more. Ideally, you should read the labels carefully to reduce the intake of sugar in your daily meals. [12]
