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Is honey OK for diabetics?

Generally, there's no advantage to substituting honey for sugar in a diabetes eating plan. Both honey and sugar will affect your blood sugar level. Honey is sweeter than granulated sugar, so you might use a smaller amount of honey for sugar in some recipes.

Is 1 banana a day enough fiber?
Is 1 banana a day enough fiber?

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What is triggering my BV?
What is triggering my BV?

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I have diabetes, and I'm wondering if I can substitute honey for sugar in my diet? Answer From M. Regina Castro, M.D. Generally, there's no advantage to substituting honey for sugar in a diabetes eating plan. Both honey and sugar will affect your blood sugar level. Honey is sweeter than granulated sugar, so you might use a smaller amount of honey for sugar in some recipes. But honey actually has slightly more carbohydrates and more calories a teaspoon than does granulated sugar. So any calories and carbohydrates you save will be minimal. If you prefer the taste of honey, go ahead and use it. But only use honey in moderation. Be sure to count the carbohydrates in honey as part of your diabetes eating plan.

With M. Regina Castro, M.D.

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What is the lightest dinner?
What is the lightest dinner?

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What food is forbidden on keto diet?
What food is forbidden on keto diet?

List of Foods You Can't Eat on the Keto Diet: Grains. Starchy vegetables and high-sugar fruits. Sweetened yogurt. Juices. Honey, syrup or sugar in...

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How much weight can I lose in 4 weeks doing keto?
How much weight can I lose in 4 weeks doing keto?

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Are beans keto?
Are beans keto?

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How do I kickstart keto again?
How do I kickstart keto again?

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How can I stay at 30 net carbs a day?
How can I stay at 30 net carbs a day?

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