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Diabetics, Sweeteners, and DessertsIf you have diabetes, that doesn't mean you can't have your dessert and eat it too. People with diabetes can eat dessert and still keep their blood glucose (sugar) levels in their target range. If you like sweets, but also want to lose weight, you can try these tips:
The Sweet Truth About Diabetes and SugarTable sugar (sucrose) used to be seen as unhealthy for people with diabetes. Doctors and dietitians assumed that table sugar was more quickly digested and absorbed into the blood than starches, like potatoes and breads. They thought that table sugar would cause a larger rise in blood glucose.More than a dozen studies have now shown that sugars in foods don't spike blood glucose any higher or faster than starches. The American Diabetes Association has changed its nutritional recommendations to say, "scientific evidence has shown that the use of sucrose as part of the meal plan does not impair blood glucose control in individuals with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes." There are still reasons to limit the amount of sugar you eat. Sugary foods are often foods without much nutrition. They have calories, but lack the vitamins, minerals and fiber that are important to your health, especially as a diabetic. Foods made with a lot of sugar are often also high in fat, which puts you at risk for heart and blood vessel disease. |
Diabetes Tip #1 Walking with a friend... what could be better? Morning exercise is recommended. Diabetes Tip #2 As a diabetic, you must always keep yourself well hydrated, and water is best. Diabetes Tip #3 Diabetic foot complications are the number one cause of nontraumatic foot amputations in the United States. More Diabetes Tips:Diabetes Tip #4Candy or toys? Diabetes Tip #5 Feed a cold. Diabetes Tip #6 Enjoy your exercise. Diabetes Tip #7 Hyperglycemia? Diabetes Tip #8 Your sweet tooth. Diabetes Tip #9 Pre-diabetes? Diabetes Tip #10 I hate to exercise. Diabetes Tip #11 Still hate to exercise. Diabetes Tip #12 Handful of nuts. Diabetes Tip #13 Anyone can have diabetes. |
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