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jpnn.com, JAKARTA – MOMENT Currently, diabetes is a disease that can attack anyone, even children.
Diabetes usually occurs due to hereditary factors, lack of movement and consuming sweet foods too often.
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Diabetes is a disease that occurs due to uncontrolled increases in blood sugar levels in the body.
Therefore, for those of you who suffer from diabetes, you must adopt a diet pattern of avoiding sweet and carbohydrate-rich foods.
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This is certainly difficult to do, especially for those of you who like to eat fruit.
So, is there any fruit that is safe for consumption by diabetics?
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Of course there is. The following is the explanation, as quoted on the page Curejoy.com.
1. Strawberries
Strawberries are fruit has a low glycemic index. It keeps you full longer, satisfies your sweet tooth and also stabilizes blood sugar levels.
The antioxidants in berries are also good for your eyesight because they prevent eye damage and provide protection against retinal degeneration (especially diabetic retinopathy and diabetic cataracts).
Strawberries contain only 7.68g of carbohydrates, 2g of fiber, 58.8mg of vitamin C and 153mg of potassium.
2. Grapes
The Diabetic Association recommends consuming green grapes for diabetics.
Green grapes have a higher fiber content than red or black grapes.
Green grapes are also rich in vitamins C and K, potassium, and polyphenols.
Green grapes also contain antioxidants which are very good for diabetics. There is no link between grapes and blood sugar.
However, because these ingredients do not cause spikes in blood glucose levels, they are not very dangerous for you even if you suffer from diabetes.
The ideal way to consume grapes is to mix green, black and red grapes and consume them in portions with each meal.
3. Kiwi
Kiwi consists of brown skin and green flesh inside, with white flesh in the middle, surrounded by black edible seeds.
Kiwi has a sweet taste. As a source of inositol, kiwi has benefits, one of which is reducing the risk of nerve damage in diabetes patients.
4. Grapefruit
In fact, this citrus fruit is rich in vitamin C which is good for controlling blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
By helping diabetics lose weight, control blood glucose, and reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke, the benefits of grapefruit are numerous.
Grapefruit is also low GI and rich in soluble fiber which helps improve blood circulation, lowers blood cholesterol levels and is thought to reduce the risk of some types of cancer.
Grapefruits have 8g of carbohydrates, contain 34.4 mg of Vitamin C, and 1.1g of fiber.
5. Appeal
Apples have a low glycemic index and, most importantly, have lots of antioxidants.
So, include this fruit in your diabetes diet. Apples are very rich in quercetin (a powerful antioxidant found in high concentrations in apple skins) which has been linked to reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes, may help prevent heart attacks, reduce the risk of cancer, and ward off eye disease.
An apple contains 14g of carbohydrates and 2.4g of fiber.
6. Peach
This summer fruit is also healthy and good for diabetics.
Include it in your diet as it is low on the glycemic index and has vitamins and antioxidants that improve the immune system.
Peaches are best enjoyed fresh, avoid canned peaches.
Peaches contain only 9.5 grams of carbohydrates, and give you 1.5 grams of fiber and 190 mg of potassium.
7. Orange
Oranges are also low GI and low GL per serving, thanks to their high soluble fiber content, which helps keep blood sugar levels under control and lowers blood cholesterol levels.
Oranges contain 11.75g carbohydrates, 53.2mg vitamin C and 2.4g fiber.
8. Blueberry
They are a low-carb fruit and are considered a diabetes superfood.
Include these berries in your diet. Blueberries process glucose into energy, increase their sensitivity to insulin, and regulate blood sugar levels.
Blueberries contain 2.4g of fiber, only 14.5g of carbohydrates, and are rich in antioxidants that are good for your heart.
9. Pir
Pears offer a very healthy snack for diabetics.
They are low in carbohydrates and calories. One medium pear contains only 100 calories and only 26 grams of carbohydrates.
The key to choosing a good snack for diabetics is calorie and carbohydrate control, and pears offer both.
10. Guava Seeds
Fresh guava contains calcium, potassium, iron, fiber, flavonoids, folic acid, nicotinic acid, vitamins A, B and C so that it provides many benefits for the health of the human body.
Low GI, rich in soluble fiber and vitamin C. This makes it a delicious fruit that boosts the immune system.
11. Ceri
The small, juicy summer fruit is a treat for sweet cravings.
Not only is it good for diabetics because of its low glycemic index, but it is also good for the heart and skin.
Cherries also contain powerful antioxidants called anthocyanins which give them their characteristic red color and have powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties. A dozen cherries equals one serving of fruit.(fny/jpnn)
Editor & Reporter : Fany
2023-12-24 19:01:39
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