APT diet solutions by Apeksha Thakkar

The potent fenugreek has antidiabetic/blood sugar lowering effects,but it is also important to remember they cannot replace medicines.There is also an evidence of fenugreek seeds proving to be beneficial for weight loss. Just 1 tsp (5 gms) of methi seeds help to control blood sugar levels by delaying insulin spike and thus in return help to curb food cravings.Reliable fenugreek extracts are also locally available at the chemists which support lowering post meal hyperglycemia(High blood sugar). It has also proven beneficial in counteracting heart burn and acid reflux by soothing the irritated gastrointestinal tissues. Galactomannan present in methi seeds help to control blood pressure by counteracting activity of sodium and in return helps maintain healthy heart rate and blood pressure. Being a Natural galactogogue(Foods which help to increase milk production during nursing) it helps  increasing the supply of breast milk in mothers. Beyond this it has also proven to be beneficial

A little extra olive oil might be good for your blood vessels. People with atherosclerosis showed significant improvement in inflammation and endothelial(the cells lining of blood vessels).In addition to its high MUFA(Mono unsaturated fatty acid) content,Olive oil (specially the Extra virgin varient) has atleast 28 different groups of phytochemicals which help in vasodilation(enlarging of arteries which in response control blood pressure).Atleast 2 Tablespoons daily might help to control blood pressure and manage lipid profile.