3. Magnesium
Magnesium can prevent diabetes and alleviate some of its symptoms. This mineral aids the breakdown of sugars in the body. In addition, magnesium can treat issues with muscles and nerves and can keep blood pressure steady.
It isn’t just diabetics that tend to have a magnesium deficiency, but it is estimated that 75% of the population is deficient in magnesium. You can get more magnesium from eating leafy green vegetables, legumes, figs, almonds, and yogurt. Studies have shown that those who consume high levels of magnesium have a lowered chance of developing type 2 diabetes.