Can a diabetic eat Palm sugar? The short answer Can a diabetic eat Palm sugar? Yes, but only in small amounts. Palm sugar is still sugar and will raise blood sugar levels. Although it is less processed than white sugar, its effect on blood glucose is very similar. Many people assume Palm sugar is safer […]
Can a diabetic drink pomegranate juice? Blood sugar effects explained
Can a diabetic drink pomegranate juice? Blood sugar effects explained Can a diabetic drink pomegranate juice without causing a blood sugar spike? This is a common question among people managing diabetes who want to know whether pomegranate juice is safe. Pomegranate juice contains natural sugars that raise blood sugar. Because it is a liquid carbohydrate […]
What is glycemic load? Does glycemic load help decide what a diabetic can eat?
Knowing what glycemic load is makes it a lot easier to plan and prepare diabetic meals. A diabetic can generally eat food that does not raise blood sugar levels too high too quickly. Most diabetics start by monitoring carbohydrate intake and blood sugar levels. Different foods have different levels of carbohydrates and affect your blood […]
What is Glycemic Index?
What is Glycemic Index? Glycemic index (or GI) is about food (especially carbs) and blood sugar. To be specific, glycemic index determines the extent to which any food raises blood sugar (glucose) levels after eating. Scientists, nutritionists, food producers etc. measure and express Glycemic index on a scale of 1 to 100. Standard and accepted […]