Which Fruits are Good for Diabetes?
Which fruits are good for diabetes? This is a great question as many diabetics have the mistaken belief that fruits are not good for them as they believe all fruits have high sugar. But, there are a number of fruits which diabetics can eat that have no effect on blood glucose levels.
Fruits which are fiber rich are fruits with skins which are edible as well as seeds since these are the parts of certain fruit which are most fiber rich. Fruits which diabetics can eat as much as wanted include:
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Blueberries - Apples
- Pomegranates
- Apricots
- Pears
- Avocados
- Kiwifruit
Avocados are especially good for diabetes as they are beneficial for preventing complications or problems with the cardiovascular system. Grapefruits are also good as they help in weight control.
Fruits which are elevated in fructose as well as those which have a higher ratio of fructose level to glucose are also very helpful to diabetics. These include:
- Pears
- Apples
- Mangoes
- Guavas
Apples are also especially good because of not only being high in fiber but also having pectin which has been shown to reduce glucose levels by as much as 50%.
Fruits which can cause blood glucose levels to spike and therefore should be eaten in small quantities include:
- Bananas
- Grapes
- Dates
- Watermelon
- Oranges
Fruit juices should also be consumed in small amounts because many producers of fruit juices add extra sugar. Some fruit juices have more sugar content than carbonated soda drinks.
Fruits which are canned and packed in fruit syrup should be only eaten in small portions as the syrup is very high in sugar content. There are some fruits which are canned and packed in their own juices and these are much better for the diabetic to eat.
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