Jakarta –
Fruit is generally good to consume for health, including when suffering from diabetes or high blood sugar levels. Fruits are an excellent source of nutrients, including dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Most fruits have a low glycemic index (GI) score. This means that fruit has a smaller effect on blood sugar levels than other foods.
This is because fruit contains fructose and fiber, which helps the body digest carbohydrates more slowly, so that blood sugar levels become more stable over time.
However, pineapple has a moderate glycemic index score, meaning it has a greater effect on blood glucose than other fruits.
General glycemic index categories are as follows:
Low glycemic index foods have a score below 55.
Medium glycemic index foods have a score between 56 and 69.
High glycemic index foods have a score of 70 or more.
Meanwhile, raw pineapple has a score of 66, making it a food with a medium glycemic index category.
Eat pineapple in moderation and combine it with protein or healthy fat, such as from nuts, seeds, peanut butter, or avocado to limit the fruit’s effect on blood sugar levels.
Other fruits with a moderate glycemic index include melon and some dried fruit, such as dates, raisins and sweet cranberries.
Like other foods, the glycemic index of pineapple can vary, depending on what a person eats. When a person combines fibrous carbohydrates with protein and healthy fats, it prevents overeating, helps them feel full longer, and reduces blood sugar spikes.
Other factors that influence the glycemic index of pineapple include:
ripeness, with more ripe fruit having a higher glycemic index score
preparation, because fruit juice has a higher score than raw fruit for example
Pineapples are a good source of vitamin C and manganese. It also contains fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin B, as well as a compound called bromelain, which has many health benefits. These factors make pineapple a healthy addition to a diabetes-friendly diet.
The healthiest option is raw or frozen pineapple.
Canned, cupped, or processed pineapples often contain added sugar, especially if the fruit is put in syrup. If canned pineapple is the only option available, try finding it canned in water instead of syrup.
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2024-02-17 00:30:55
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