Biochemist Neil Shay and his colleagues have been growing human liver and fat cells in their lab, and exposing them to chemicals generally found in dark grapes and things made from them. It seems that one chemical in particular, ellagic acid, did the liver cells a power of good and seriously bothered the fat cells.
Add some cinnamon to your diet to naturally lower your blood sugar level. According to Pennington Biomedical Research Center, results from one of its studies using mice suggest that cinnamon extract plays a regulatory role in blood glucose levels.
Seeds and nuts are healthy additions to your diabetic diet as well. They add protein and omega-3 fatty acids that are good for keeping your triglycerides low. If you are trying to lower your blood sugar level, add vegetables like cauliflower, broccoli, green beans and other vegetables with a low starch content. Strawberries, pears, oranges and apples are also excellent choices that will help you control your blood sugar.