Are you ready to lower your A1C using one of the most powerful and affordable superfoods? Many people over 50 with diabetes avoid beans, thinking they are too high in carbs. This is a huge mistake! Stop missing out on this healing food. In this video, we reveal the Top 5 BEST Beans Diabetics Should Eat and explain the "slow carb" secret: the unbeatable combination of fiber and protein that stabilizes your blood sugar and keeps you feeling full. We detail the benefits of black beans, chickpeas, and lentils, and give you practical, no-fuss ways to add them to your meals. Learn the golden rule for canned beans (rinse, rinse, rinse!) to slash sodium and starch instantly. Embrace these "slow carbs" as a powerful tool for blood sugar management, weight control, and heart health. Subscribe to The A1C Coach — Navigating Diabetes, One Step at a Time for trustworthy, easy-to-understand guidance every week. What is your favorite bean from our list? Share your easy recipe or snack idea in the comments! Timestamps 0:00 – Welcome & The Common Confusion About Beans 1:55 – The Secret: Why Beans are a Diabetic Superfood (Fiber & Protein) 3:55 – Golden Rule: Canned vs. Dried & The Rinse Trick 5:00 – Best Bean #1: Black Beans (The Simple Half-and-Half Swap) 6:40 – Best Bean #2: Chickpeas (The Salad & Crunchy Snack Trick) 8:15 – Best Bean #3: Lentils (Stretching Meat & Fast Cooking) 9:50 – Best Bean #4 & #5: Kidney & White Beans (Creamy & Filling) #DiabeticBeans #DiabetesForSeniors #BloodSugarControl #TheA1CCoach #LowerA1C #SlowCarbs #DiabeticMealPlan IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your physician before making changes to your diabetes management, diet, or exercise plan.