12 Foods to Avoid If You Have Type 2 Diabetes

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Sugary Beverages: Avoid sugary drinks like soda, sweetened tea, and fruit juices as they can cause spikes in blood sugar levels.

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Candy and Sweets: Limit consumption of candies, chocolates, and other sugary sweets that can lead to rapid blood sugar fluctuations.

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White Bread and Pasta: Choose whole-grain options instead of white bread, pasta, and refined grains, which can raise blood sugar levels.

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Fried Foods: Avoid fried foods like French fries, fried chicken, and onion rings as they are high in unhealthy fats and calories.

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Pastries and Baked Goods: Limit intake of pastries, cakes, cookies, and other baked goods that are high in sugar and refined carbohydrates.

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Full-Fat Dairy: Opt for low-fat or fat-free dairy products instead of full-fat versions to reduce saturated fat intake.

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Processed Meats: Avoid processed meats like hot dogs, bacon, and sausage as they are high in sodium and unhealthy fats.

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Alcohol: Limit alcohol consumption as it can affect blood sugar levels and interfere with diabetes medication.

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