Fruits for diabetics. The list of allowed and forbidden fruits in type 2 diabetes

Hundreds of thousands of Romanians have problems due to diabetes, and one of their problems is to find out which foods, including fruits, they can consume and which foods, including fruits, are forbidden to them.

By the Observator editorial team on 09.05.2024, 08:30

Many Romanians constantly face various health problems. Many of those who have health problems have been diagnosed with diabetes. And one of the big problems of those with diabetes is that they have to follow a strict diet.

Including fruits, those with diabetes must carefully choose what they consume, because there are certain foods that help them keep diabetes under control.

Fruits with low sugar content, good for diabetics

In general, Romanians with diabetes are recommended to constantly consume fresh fruits, because they contain few carbohydrates. On the other hand, the consumption of dried fruits is prohibited.

However, when we talk about fresh fruit, we think mainly of strawberries and berries, because they are rich in fiber and contain very little fructose. In particular, the consumption of peaches, blackberries, lemons and melons is also recommended.

Are there fruits that lower blood sugar?

Although not many people believe, there are certain fruits, and even other foods, that help lower blood sugar in the body, especially if they are consumed constantly.

At the fruit level, we are primarily talking about bananas, avocados, apples, strawberries, but also plums or berries. These fruits contribute fully to the regulation of blood sugar in the body.

Fruits that increase blood sugar, prohibited in type 2 diabetes

As expected, in the matter of diabetes there is also the other side of the coin. That is, there are many foods, including fruits, the consumption of which is prohibited especially because we can easily witness an increase in blood sugar in the body.

At the fruit level, the consumption of dried fruit would normally be prohibited. The eventual consumption of these fruits, in the long term, can also lead to heart disease, heart attack and so on, problems involving diabetes.

Apple varieties for those with diabetes

In general, eating apples helps those with diabetes or, in the worst case, does not complicate their existence even more. However, there are certain varieties of apples that have a better effect for diabetics.

Specialists recommend, in particular, the consumption of Renet, Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji and Red Delicious apples. We are talking especially about apples with a sour taste, suitable for those suffering from diabetes, apples rich in antioxidants and apples rich in calcium. It should also be noted that experts recommend eating apples with their skin on.

What fruits can you eat if you have prediabetes

A special case is represented by the Romanians who are said to be in prediabetes. We are talking about the condition where the blood glucose level is higher than normal, but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes.

In the case of those with prediabetes, it is recommended to eat fruits with a low sugar content, such as berries (strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries) or kiwi. Ideally, fruit should be paired with a source of protein. For example, you can eat fruit as a snack or breakfast, accompanied by a handful of nuts or seeds, plain yogurt or cottage cheese.