Is it good for diabetics to eat red apples?
Dried red dates are derived from red dates after being picked and dried. They are used in desserts, confectionery and widely used as a natural remedy in Traditional Medicine.
Dried red dates have a GI of 35 and a GL of 20.6. Thus, the glycemic index of dried red dates is low and the glycemic load is high.
Diabetics can eat dried red dates, but they need to strictly control the amount consumed. Because dried red dates are foods with a high glycemic load (GL = 20.6). This means that consuming 100g of dried red dates, although it cannot cause a sudden increase in blood sugar levels, can cause blood sugar levels to rise, which is harmful to the health of diabetics.
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Benefits of red apples for diabetics
Dried red apples are low in calories but rich in fiber and vitamin C, making them a healthy food that aids in weight loss. The moderate amount of potassium in red apples helps balance electrolytes and control muscles.
Most of the nutrients in dried red apples come from the peel. According to research, 100 grams of dried red apples contain about: 79 calories, 1 gram of protein, 20 grams of carbs, 10 grams of fiber, vitamin C accounts for 77% of the body's needs. In addition, dried red apples also contain many compounds with powerful antioxidant effects such as: Catechin, Catechin, Chlorinated acid...
Thanks to the above nutritional ingredients, diabetics eating red apples in moderate doses will help improve sleep, fight inflammation, prevent complications and strengthen the body's immunity.
How much dried red apples is enough for diabetics?
Diabetics can eat up to 97g of dried red dates per meal without causing high blood sugar levels. However, the amount of dried red dates that is safe for diabetics depends on the total amount of carbohydrates in the diet.
This means that if during the diet or about 2 hours before eating dried red apples, diabetics consume other carbohydrate-rich foods, they need to reduce the amount of dried apples consumed to below 97g/meal.
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What to note when using dried red apples for diabetics
- You should only eat 3-4 dried red apples per day and it is best not to eat them with sweet dishes or other fruits, both fresh and dried.
- It is recommended to combine dried red apples with an additional source of fiber to prevent sudden spikes in blood sugar and reap the health benefits that dried fruit can bring.
- Consuming too much dried red apples can cause bloating, nausea, drowsiness, diarrhea and increased blood sugar levels.
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