Grapes contain natural sugar and also contain antioxidants. Which makes the body anti-inflammatory and capable of fighting free radicals. But is it right to eat grapes in diabetes? If yes then how much quantity should be eaten?
If a person is suffering from type-2 diabetes, he should make special changes in his lifestyle. So that the sugar level in the blood remains under control. Not only this, one should avoid eating sweet dishes or sweets. Diabetic patients are advised to eat seasonal fruits and vegetables and fresh ones. When it comes to fruits, the biggest question is which fruits should a diabetic patient eat and which should not? Fruits like grapes and mango contain natural sugar due to which the sugar level in the blood increases.
Should a diabetic patient eat grapes or not?
In type-2 diabetes, the body does not produce as much insulin as it should. Motara, food items with high glycemic index (GI) due to lack of physical activity increase the risk of diabetes. Grapes are rich in nutrients and antioxidants, polyphenols and flavonoids. All these nutrients help in protecting from chronic diseases like diabetes. GI and GL of this fruit are also low. GI of grapes is 53.
According to the news published in Jansatta, grapes contain nutrients like vitamin C, K and B6 as well as thiamine, riboflavin, potassium, copper and manganese. Some research says that diabetic patients should not eat grapes because it has high glycemic index. But let us tell you that black grapes have a lot of fiber which helps in controlling the sugar level. Diabetic patients should keep one thing in mind while eating black or green grapes that they should not eat too much in a day. Can be eaten in a handful or a small bowl. Eating grapes in excess can prove dangerous for health.
Disclaimer: Some information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, you must consult the concerned expert.
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