Fruits That Diabetic Can Eat

List of Best and Worst Fruits for People Suffering from Diabetes!

Nidhi Thakur
3 min readJan 9, 2022
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Can Diabetes Patients Eat Fruits?

Yes, diabetes patients can eat fruits, but the fruit is rich in carbohydrates (a complex form of sugar). Therefore, people with diabetes should be careful about how much they eat.

The right amount can help keep your blood sugars controlled since it has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammation throughout the body.

Also, micronutrients in fresh fruits will prevent further damage to cells caused by insulin resistance or excess glucose build-up inside muscle tissue and other symptoms of diabetes like blurry vision.

List of Best Fruits That Diabetic Can Eat

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Fruits are a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins and minerals, but it’s crucial not to forget that they can also cause spikes in blood sugar levels.

Why so? — Fruit has carbs with the natural form of simple sugars like fructose — but don’t worry!

Luckily, plenty of phytochemicals found naturally within fresh fruits helps regulate the body’s response to carbohydrates while still having health benefits such as decreasing the risk for heart disease or diabetes.

So, you can eat a low sugar content fresh fruit, that is grown organically and are seasonal to your region.

Below is the following list of the best fruits that diabetic can eat without increasing their blood sugar:

  • Figs
  • Kiwi
  • Pear
  • Apple
  • Plums
  • Apricots
  • Peaches
  • Berries
  • Cherries

List of Worst Fruits That Diabetic Can Eat

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Undoubtedly, fruits are a great way to get your daily dose of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. But please be careful when it comes to sugar!

Because some fruits have more naturally occurring sugars than others, which can instantly increase blood sugar levels — that too, for more extended periods.

Also, it’s not just about the fruits you eat; it’s also about in what form you’re consuming them. Remember that dried, canned, or juiced fruits are loaded with simple sugar. Hence, they become the worst food choice for a person with diabetes.

Below is the following list of the worst fruits that diabetic can eat:

  • Mangoes
  • Papaya
  • Grapes
  • Banana
  • Pineapple
  • Watermelon
  • Fresh Fruits Juice
  • Canned Fruits with Sugar Syrup
  • Dried Fruits with Sugar Coating
  • Homemade or Packet Fruit Jams or Jellies

The Key Takeaway

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All fruits are healthy for your body, said a registered dietitian — Zoe Feinman, at OnPoint Nutrition.

Honestly, it’s all about how concerned you are about your blood sugar and how far you can go to control it — because the only key to success here is: Moderation.

Yes, you can eat the worst list of fruits in moderation and still stay on track with your blood sugar (do this only after your healthcare expert allows you to do so).

So, make sure fruits are not off the table entirely, even if you’re a person with diabetes, and always consult your doctor before making any final health-related decisions.

I hope this article helped answer all those questions — thanks again for reading!

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