7 Best Fruits for Diabetics

Here are the 7 Best Fruits for Diabetics:

 

1. Apples

Apples have a high content of fiber, vitamin C and also antioxidants. Apples also contain pectin which is found in the skin and pulp. Pectin helps to detoxify the body, eliminating harmful waste products. Pectin also contains galacturonic acid which has been shown to reduce diabetic insulin requirements by up to 35%. Apples have a low glycemic index at 38.

 

2. Grapefruit

Grapefruit is high in soluble fiber and also vitamin C. Grapefruit is ranked 25 on the glycemic index. Grapefruit contains the flavonoid naringenin which helps balance insulin and glucose levels in the blood. Research has shown that eating one to two servings of grapefruit daily can reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes.

 

3. Berries

All types of berries have health benefits due to their high content of fiber, vitamin C, folic acid and phytochemicals. Berries are the lowest-carbohydrate fruit and lower on the glycemic index than all other fruits. Berries help digestion and absorption of sucrose which helps control blood sugar levels.

 

4. Oranges

Oranges rank 48 on the glycemic index. The high fiber and vitamin C content of oranges helps control blood sugar levels. Oranges contain naringenin which helps balance insulin and glucose levels in the blood. Low-fat oranges can help you lose weight. Being overweight is a risk factor for diabetes.

 

5. Cherries

Cherries have one of the lowest rankings on the glycemic index at number 22. They contain antioxidants, beta carotene, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, iron, fiber and also folate. Cherries also contain anthocyanins, natural chemicals which are responsible for the deep red coloring of the fruit. Anthocyanins help lower blood sugar levels by increasing insulin production by up to 50%.

 

6. Pears

Pears contain fiber, vitamins A, B1, B2, C, E, folic acid, niacin, copper, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, iron and magnesium. Pears rank 38 on the glycemic index. Chinese pears have the most beneficial properties, but all pears help diabetics improve blood sugar levels. Pears help lower blood pressure and cholesterol, boost the immune system, and have antioxidant properties.

 

 

7. Kiwis

Kiwifruit can help prevent asthma, obesity, colon cancer, heart disease and protect DNA from mutations. Kiwifruit contains vitamins C, E and A, flavonoids and various minerals. In fact, kiwi fruit contains more vitamin C than oranges, and also contains more potassium than bananas. The vitamins in kiwi fruit provide free radical protection promoting overall health. Kiwi fruit is also a fruit that contains high fiber which helps control blood sugar levels and lowers cholesterol.

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