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Some people with diabetes wonder about the possibility of including peaches in their daily diet, for fear that it is a fruit that raises blood sugar.
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Do peaches raise blood sugar?
In this regard, Dr. Karim Jamal, a clinical nutrition specialist, said that peaches are useful and safe summer fruits for diabetics, stressing that they do not lead to high blood sugar when consumed.
Jamal added that peaches do not raise blood sugar, thanks to their high content of dietary fiber, which helps slow down the absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine.
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The nutrition expert explained that one of the things that prove that peaches do not negatively affect blood sugar levels in diabetics is its low glycemic index, which reaches 35 degrees, according to the “Glycemic Index Guide” website.
He emphasized that peach fiber provides diabetics with great protection against constipation, due to its ability to improve bowel movement and facilitate digestion and excretion.
Jamal pointed out that peach fiber also helps prevent diabetics from heart disease, specifically clogged arteries, as it contributes to lowering harmful cholesterol in the blood.
He revealed that peaches play a major role in strengthening the immune system in patients with diabetes, due to its richness in vitamin C, which makes the body more able to fight viruses and bacteria.
According to him, peaches are characterized by high levels of beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A, which reduces the risk of developing diabetic retinopathy.
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However, Jamal recommended that diabetics eat peaches in moderation, because excessive consumption causes adverse effects on their health, as it exposes them to the following harms:
High blood sugar.
– overweight.
– diarrhoea.
– Allergies.
2023-05-22 18:22:16
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