What fruits can diabetics eat?

Sufferers diabetes He can eat fruit, but he must be careful to the type and quantity, because fruit contains natural sugars (fructose). The important thing is to choose fruits with low glycemic index (GI) and consume them in moderation, preferably whole (not squeezed) e accompanied by fiber or protein to slow down the absorption of sugars.

Not all fruits have the same amount of carbohydrates, i.e., sugars, and even for people with diabetes, fruit consumption is important for a balanced diet. The most suitable fruits for diabetics (they can consume up to two or three servings a day) are:

• Oranges, mandarins and grapefruits  (not in the form of juice)
• Apricots
• Cherries
• Kiwi
• Strawberries
• Raspberries
• Mele
• Loquat
• Pere
• Peaches
• Plums

Fruits to avoid if you suffer from diabetes

Other fruits, due to their high sugar content , should be avoided in cases of diabetes or high blood sugar levels. These include:

• Pineapple
• Ripe bananas
• Cachi
• Figs and dates
• Mango
• Papaya
• Grapes

Fruit in syrup, which is high in sugar, is absolutely not recommended; as are industrial fruit juices, which are also high in sugar and derivatives; and centrifuged fruit juices, which are high in sugar and low in fiber.

When to eat fruit if you have diabetes

When you have diabetes, it's important to consume fruit at specific times and with certain guidelines. The first rule is not to eat fruit on an empty stomach or as a meal replacement: this reduces the impact of fructose. Simply combine it with foods that lower blood sugar spikes during ingestion. For breakfast in the morning, natural yogurt, some whole-wheat toast, and cereals. For lunch and dinner, eat foods rich in fiber, protein, and healthy fats. These include fish, vegetables, and White meat and low-fat dairy products.

A person suffering from diabetes, once the indications we have given you have been respected, can regularly consume even two or three portions of fruit a day, equal to approximately 150 grams net of wasteThese figures refer to the types of fruit recommended for diabetics. With a final recommendation: prefer fruit with peel, when possible, to increase the intake of fibers.