Diabetes is a condition in which blood glucose levels become elevated due to the body not producing enough insulin or the insulin not functioning properly.

 

Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas that converts glucose in the blood into energy.

Blood with high glucose content is sticky, causing problems in blood vessels and leading to heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and retinal disorders.

It increases the risk of neurological diseases and other conditions. There are also suggestions that people with diabetes should avoid certain fruits.

 

Fruits are a source of carbohydrates, which are broken down more quickly than fats and proteins, thus having a greater impact on blood sugar.

 

However, experts say, "There is no need to completely exclude any fruit,"

Diabetic patients can technically include fruits by integrating portion control and quality of foods.

It is said that you can eat all foods and still have a healthy and balanced diet.

Especially, fruits help fight inflammation and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer.

It is full of essential nutrients that our body needs. The flesh and edible skin are

It can be an excellent source of fiber.

 

It helps with hydration for people who have difficulty drinking enough water.

Therefore, it is best for diabetic patients to eat an appropriate amount of fruit as it is.

So, what kind of fruits are good for people with diabetes?

 

 

Fruits such as citrus, cherries, kiwis, pears, and apples are recommended for diabetic patients, according to nutrition experts.

He says that among fruits, blueberries are the best.

 

According to the British daily newspaper Daily Mail, nutrition experts specializing in diabetes management said, "This is

because blueberries are the least likely to cause blood sugar spikes.

 

While one cup of blueberries contains about 3.6 grams of fiber,

A banana contains 3.1g. Apples have slightly more fiber but 4g less fructose.

 

Blueberries have very few calories, so the risk of weight gain is lower than other fruits.

One cup of blueberries contains 84 calories, but bananas reach 105 calories.

 

According to previous studies, consuming a low-calorie diet can help alleviate diabetes through weight loss.

Additionally, blueberries are rich in nutrients that are good for health.

These include dietary fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and manganese.

Manganese is a trace mineral that helps in the formation of connective tissue and bones in the body, as well as blood clotting.

 

 

Kwon Soon-il Reporter (kstt77@kormedi.com)