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Keto Means
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Fruit makes a healthy option both as a snack and as part of a balanced meal. It contains many important nutrients, such as fiber. However, some fruits have a high sugar content, which can cause blood sugar to spike. ... These include: apples. apricots. avocados. bananas. blackberries. blueberries. cantaloupes. cherries. More items... •
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Read More »Fruit makes a healthy option both as a snack and as part of a balanced meal. It contains many important nutrients, such as fiber. However, some fruits have a high sugar content, which can cause blood sugar to spike. Share on Pinterest eclipse_images/Getty Images The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases recommend that people with diabetes include fruits as part of a balanced diet. Eating fruits and vegetables may put a person at lower risk of developing heart disease and cancer. Fruit is also an important source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. However, fruit can also be high in sugar. People with diabetes must keep a watchful eye on their sugar intake to avoid blood sugar spikes. That said, there is a difference between the type of sugar in fruit and the type of sugar in other foods, such as chocolate and baked goods. This article will explore which fruits a person with diabetes should eat and avoid and how they relate to diabetes. Fruits to avoid In general, a person should not have to exclude fruit from their diet. In fact, one 2017 study suggests that eating fruit can actually help prevent diabetes. However, it may be worth people who already have diabetes limiting their intake of the following fruits. Fruits high in sugar The glycemic index (GI) shows how much a certain food can raise a person’s blood sugar after they have eaten it. If a food has a GI score of between 70 and 100, it is high in sugar. Some fruits with a score in this range include: watermelons overly ripe bananas These fruits are still safe for a person with diabetes to eat. However, they should do so in moderation. Consuming larger portions of fruits that have lower GI scores may be more suitable for a person with diabetes. Most other fruits have a low-to-medium GI score. Learn more about low and medium GI foods here. The sugar myth Many people believe that since fruit is often high in sugar, people with diabetes should avoid it. However, the sugars in fresh fruit are not “free” sugars. Free sugars are added sugars and those present in honey, syrups, nectars, and unsweetened fruit and vegetable juices. The sugar in fresh fruit is fructose, which does not have much of an effect on a person’s blood sugar or insulin levels, according to one 2017 article . Foods such as chocolate, baked goods, and some sodas have high levels of free sugars, which do cause spikes in blood sugar. Fruits high in carbohydrates According to Diabetes UK, the amount of carbs a person eats has the most impact on their blood sugar levels. If a person is following a low carb diet, they should identify which carbs they are eating that are low in nutrients or unhealthy in other ways and cut those out first. Fresh fruit carries many health benefits, so it may not be first on the list. This table outlines the carb content in several fruits compared with other high carb foods: Food Carb content 1 medium apple 15–20 grams (g) 1 chocolate muffin 55 g 1 large banana 30 g 500 milliliters of an ordinary soda 54 g 1 serving of dried fruit 20 g Fruit juice The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state that drinking fruit juice during a meal or on its own quickly raises a person’s blood sugar levels. However, the combination of fiber and simple sugars in fruit slows the absorption of sugar into the blood when a person eats whole fruits. A 2013 research paper looked at how fruit consumption affects the likelihood that a person will develop type 2 diabetes. The results showed that people who consumed more whole fruit were less likely to develop the condition. People who drank larger amounts of fruit juice were more likely to develop the condition. A 2017 study had similar results. The researchers found that fresh fruit consumption reduced a person’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes. They also found that people with diabetes who ate fresh fruit regularly had a lower risk of developing cardiovascular conditions or dying. Learn more about carb counting with diabetes here.
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Read More »Dried fruit A person can also include dried fruit in their diet, as long as it was not dried with added sugar. In a 2017 study , researchers found a positive correlation between eating nuts and dried fruit and the prevention of type 2 diabetes. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) confirm that dried fruit can be a good option for people with diabetes, but they should be mindful of the fact that portion sizes can be small.
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Read More »One small whole fruit or half a cup of canned or frozen fruit has about 15 g of carbs. A person can substitute the fruit for another serving of carbs during a meal or day. GI: Most fruits have a low GI score due to their high fiber content, so they can feature in the diet of someone who follows the glycemic guide.
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