Desserts suitable for diabetics

Il diabetes mellitus, although it is a condition that must be treated with due care, it should not lead to a definitive and categorical abstention from sugars. In fact, not taking a minimum daily sugar intake It can be harmful to the body. But above all, if you use the right ingredients and know the right recipes, it is possible to bake desserts also suitable for diabetics. The diabetes mellitus it is a rather widespread pathology in the country.

What sweets can diabetics eat?

According to ISTAT data, in 2020 they were approximately 4 million Italians who were living with the disease. And compared to previous years, the number of cases is slightly increasing. However, it is estimated that approximately another million cases have not yet been diagnosed, precisely because of the characteristic symptoms which can be difficult for patients to detect.hyperglycemia it is an accumulation of blood glucose above the limits and today it is therefore a clinical condition which concerns many. But contrary to what one might think, with the necessary precautions, it is also possible to eat certain types of sweets. This is obviously only possible if in small quantities and associated with one regular and healthy lifestyle. In fact, as theOMS, World Health Organization, the main causes that lead to the diagnosis of diabetes depend in particular on factors such as:

• Uno incorrect diet
• Insufficient or completely absent presence of physical activity
• Obesity
• Ipertension
• sedentary
• Genetic familiarity

Adopting a suitable lifestyle is not only vital for diabetics, but it is an excellent solution for prevent the emergence of the disease, especially in predisposed individuals and those with a family history. At this point, all that's left to do is sit down at the table and get cooking.

Diabetic-friendly ingredients

Light alternatives prepared with ingredients that present moderate glycemic indexes There are many. In particular, following the advice of diabetologists. First of all, it is always recommended prefer whole foods and therefore also unrefined floursAt most, use type 2 flour, but in greater moderation. The best advice for making cakes is to replace sucrose, that is to say refined sugar, with moderate doses of honey, agave juice, Maple syrup or as a last choice of sugar cane. The advantage of using natural sweeteners in cooking, such as honey which is rich in fructose, is that in addition to having some lower glycemic indexes, they also contain vitamins, mineral salts and nutrients important for the body. Furthermore, since fructose is sweeter than sugar, it can be used in smaller quantities. Another alternative to sugar can be a natural sweetener which was once very popular in diets: stevia extract.

This sweetener for diabetics has also been approved by EFSA, the European Food Safety Authority, which has definitively established that it is not carcinogenic if taken in the quantities of 4mg per dayNatural sweeteners are not without their contraindications. In fact, fructose, like xylitol, is one sugar calories which must be calculated in the total calories to be consumed daily. Furthermore, fructose and stevia, if taken in excessive quantities, can have laxative effects. Therefore, moderation is the word that best describes what to do. It is preferable to add seeds or nuts which contribute to reduce the glycemic load. Also don't forget to avoid butter, preferring healthier options such asolive oil or l 'seed oil.

Sweets for diabetics

The repertoire of desserts is very wide and in most cases they are simple to prepare, as well as being suitable for both adults and children.

• Wholemeal croissant with honey: wholemeal version without the use of butter and with sourdough starter.
• Wholemeal donut: easy to prepare and ready in a short time. Made exclusively with whole wheat flour and with the addition of raisins or dried fruit. But you can also vary it with cooked apples, which are richer in antioxidants.
• Wholemeal diet biscuitsWhole wheat flour, seed oil, honey, orange zest, and skimmed milk make biscuits that are also suitable for diabetics.
• Wholemeal honey biscuitsIn about half an hour you can bake healthy cookies with diabetic-friendly ingredients like whole wheat flour, honey, lemon, baking soda, and sunflower oil.
• Wholemeal tartApple juice replaces the sugar, vegetable oil replaces the butter, and whole wheat flour tops it all off. One of the most inviting and quickest desserts for diabetics to make.

As you can see, sweets for diabetics exist and even those with this condition can indulge in a few treats.

Fruit, ice cream and chocolate for dessert

Can diabetics eat pudding?

A very popular dessert that diabetics are usually forced to forgo is pudding. But even in this case, there's a solution. Simply make it with strawberries and yogurt, or with other types of fruit, as long as it's sugar-free. Diabetic pudding can be made at home with this recipe.

Ingredients

• Half a liter of skimmed milk
• Three medium eggs
• A spoonful of natural sweetener, such as stevia
• Vanilla essence

Preparation

• Heat the milk in a small but large saucepan and bring to the boil
• Beat the eggs in a bowl and add the stevia and vanilla essence.
• Pour the boiling milk into the bowl and let the eggs thicken
• Put the mixture in a pan or in several molds and cook
• The pudding must remain in a bain-marie for 10-20 minutes
• It will be ready when, inserting a toothpick or a stick, they come out completely clean
• Let it rest and then put it in the refrigerator for the necessary time.

Carbohydrates and diabetes

A very common mistake is thinking that diabetes requires abstaining from carbohydrates. A diet too low in carbohydrates is not recommended even for those with diabetes, who should maintain a carbohydrate intake equal to 50 percent of their daily calorie intake. Without carbohydrates, the risk is an excessive increase in blood glucose. Carbohydrates, even for diabetics, should be distributed throughout the day, with the right low-glycemic foods, such as legumes and whole wheat pastaRather, diabetics should avoid overindulging in fruit (rich in fructose), bread, potatoes, and rice. The most suitable diet for diabetics remains the Mediterranean one.

Diabetes in children

Unfortunately, diabetes is one of the most common chronic diseases among children. In mainland Italy, the prevalence is one in a thousand children between the ages of 0 and 18, a rate that increases to 3-4 per thousand in Sardinia. The most common form of diabetes in children is autoimmune diabetes, followed by monogenic diabetes, while type 2 diabetes accounts for less than 1 percent.

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