Fruit & Vegetables For Type II Diabetes?

Management

Fruits are an important staple of one’s diet. Whether one has Type 2 Diabetes or not, fruits are known to have fiber, vitamins and minerals, so important for the balanced diabetes diet. Its encouraging to know for patients with Diabetes 2, they can still reap the benefits of fruits, except those fruits which contain high levels of carbohydrates and sugars and that can have an effect to increase your blood glucose readings. When selecting a fruit, always gor for fresh fruit. Can’t get fresh fruit ? Go for dried or frozen! But the variety without extra added sugar.

You must include fruits with a low Glycemic Index to control your Type 2 Diabetes, which is best for your health. Those fruits with the lowest Glycemic Index are Cherries, Prunes, Grapefruit, Dried Apricots, Raisins, Peach (canned juice), Apple, fresh Pear, Strawberries, Plum, Guava, Orange, Grapes, Papaya, Banana, Kiwi, Pineapple, Figs, and Mango.

Although watermelon has a high Glycaemic Index, the glycemic load per food serving (size of 120g) is low; so unless you consume lots in one go, it will not have a big effect on your blood glucose levels. So, a typical serving, because so much of it is water, contains very little carbohydrate and thus has a low glycemic load. However, since watermelon is high in sugar, you should still eat it in moderation.

You can consume these fruits either in raw or cooked form, or in the form of fruit juice, but with no added sugar! While buying fruits,Patients with Diabetes Type 2 are advised to try to buy small pieces. Sufferers with Diabetes Type 2 must try to run away from fruit juices. Alternativey, choose whole fruits since they contain more fiber and keep you feeling full for longer. If you must, when buying canned fruit juices, check the label for the following (which is the best): “unsweetened or extra-light,” or “no sugar added.” Stay away from fruits that are frozen or canned in heavy syrup.

Vegetables supply vitamins, minerals and fiber. Ideal vegetables have only the smallest levels of carbohydrates! A selection of vegetables suggested in a Diabetes Type 2 diet menu has Broccoli, Lettuce, Spinach, Cabbage, Asparagus, Brussels sprouts, Cauliflower, Radish, Turnip, Mushrooms, Green Peas, Soybean sprouts, Carrots, Onions, Peppers (all varieties), Green Beans, Eggplant, Celery, Cucumber, Zucchini, Tomatoes, Chilies, and could include vegetable juice.

Consume cooked or uncooked vegetables prepared with little or no fat, and with little or no dressings (or sauces). Opt for fat-free or low-fat dressings on salads, as well as on uncooked vegetables. In your vegetables dish, you can also mix in some chopped garlic or onions. Lear to use low-fat broths or water to steam vegetables. Why not use a small amount of lemon juice or a even vinegar to add flavour to vegetables. People with Type two Diabetes can even put in some smoked turkey or a few bits of lean ham with veggies while cooking (for flavoring), instead of any other kind fats. A well known tip is to sprinkle your vegetables with spices, peppers, or the freely available herbs. When the dish requires a proprtion of fat, try to use use the soft margarines, olive oil, or canola oil to replace place of butter or fatty meats.

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