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Consuming sweets once in a while is not a crime! Moderation and portion size control are important. You can always consume foods low in carbs or high in complex carbs or even better prepare homemade sweets once in a while to satisfy your cravings!
Fruits are a good source of vitamins and fibre. The soluble fibre present in fruits helps in lowering blood glucose levels. You can consume foods having moderate to low glycemic indexes like grapes, apples, strawberries, or oranges.
Just because a food product mentions itself as sugar-free doesn’t mean it has to be! Check the food labels carefully and examine the carbohydrate, fat content. Also, make sure to check the ingredients list as well.
Just because you consume diabetic medications does not mean that you can indulge yourself in unhealthy foods. Consuming unhealthy or processed foods regularly can reduce the efficiency of the medications.
Artificial sweeteners have been deemed safe to consume by FDA (Food and Drug Administration). However certain studies associate the consumption of sweeteners like cyclamate with cancer. Sweeteners have also been linked with weight gain and increased cravings for sugary foods.
Diabetics should take care of fats as well. Increased consumption of saturated fatty acids can increase the risk of developing heart diseases. Besides, diabetes also increases the risk of developing blood pressure and increases lipid levels too.
Complex carbohydrates raise blood sugar levels slowly. Consume foods with a lower glycemic index and lower glycemic load. Even foods that contain a higher glycemic index or load can be consumed but in moderation.
Diabetic individuals can consume sugar but it is essential to consume it in moderation. You can also pair sugar up with foods containing a lower glycemic index to reduce the spike in blood sugar levels.
Exercise can help lower blood sugar, cholesterol and blood pressure levels. A balanced diet with appropriate energy, carbohydrate and fat intake is recommended.
There are other risk factors for developing diabetes as well. This includes sedentary lifestyle habits, overconsumption of processed foods, family history and genetics as well. Individuals who are of normal weight or skinny can also get diabetes.
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