What should a diabetic patient eat? Shall they take fruits? Shall they take sugar free tablets instead of sugar?
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No sweetening fruits. Can take sugar free occasionally.
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Diabetic patient can take almost normal diet with sugar restrictions. Yes, they can take fruits in moderation and try to avoid sweet fruits like banana, mangoes,cheekoo, grapes etc. There is lots of controversies regarding use of sugar free tab.in various studies regarding their safety, and it is claimed that they increase craving for sugar. Hence better to avoid them.
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lybrate-user ji, Thanks for the query. A person with diabetes can have same food as most others. However, certain foods should be avoided like sweets, depp fried foods, junk foods, pastries, bakery items and foods made from maida. All fruits can be eaten. But it is essential to control blood glucose very well. Fruits like apple, orange, sweet lime, papaya, pomegranate, pear, water melon and guava can be had. Fruits such as grapes. Banana, mango & chikkoo should eaten sparingly. Thanks.
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What is even more important is the maintenance of an ideal weight by eating a healthy and balanced diet with appropriate calories. You should also exercise every day which will help your body to stay healthy and fit and fight insulin resistance. You can eat fruits in moderation (take into account the overall calories that you consume ). Sugar free tablets are a personal choice for Diabetes people. (Natural sugar replacement like Stevia leaves are also available ).
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