For years, we've been told that eating fruits daily is healthy, but are all fruits beneficial for diabetics?
People with diabetes should watch their carbohydrate and sugar intake, which can cause insulin swings and blood sugar spikes. Fruits are nutritious, however some include high sucrose and fructose, which can lower insulin levels
Diabetics should avoid these 7 common fruits.
Watermelon
Watermelon, a popular summer fruit, has a high GI of 72-80 and high sugar content, thus it should be eaten in moderation.
Bananas have 42-62 GI depending on maturity. Ripe bananas have a higher GI, so consume them sparingly.
Banana
Pineapple's inherent sugars and moderate to high GI of 50-66 can rapidly raise blood sugar. Moderate consumption is advised.
Pineapple
Mangoes, one of the most popular fruits, have a moderate GI of 51-60 and high sucrose and fructose, therefore diabetics should eat a small amount to avoid a sugar surge.
Mangoes
Overeating grapes, which have a moderate GI of 46-53, is dangerous for diabetics due to their tiny size.
Grapes
Cherries have a moderate to high GI 20-63, therefore limit eating.
Cherries
Dry grapes, and raisins, have a high GI of 43-64. Consume these intense sugars.