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MANGO AND DIABETES

MANGO AND DIABETES


Mango’s favorite of most! Can A Diabetic eat mango?

Mango is like other fruits beneficial for our health because
Mango is loaded with vitamins, minerals, and fiber — key nutrients that can
enhance the nutritional quality of almost any diet.

Mango contains natural sugar GI of mango is 51, which
technically classifies it as a low GI food but Over 90% of the calories in
mango come from sugar, which is why it may contribute to increased blood sugar
in people with diabetes.

But the fiber content slows the rate at which your body absorbs
the sugar into your bloodstream and  its
antioxidant content helps reduce any stress response associated with rising
blood sugar levels and thus minimize its overall blood sugar impact This makes
it easier for your body to manage the influx of carbs and stabilize blood sugar
levels.

How A diabetic person can eat a mango without
impacting his health?

Carbohydrates from any food, including mango, may increase your
blood sugar levels — but that doesn’t mean that you should exclude it from your
diet. There are several strategies to reduce the likelihood that it will
increase your blood sugar levels.

1.   
Portion control: The
best way to minimize this fruit’s blood sugar effects is to avoid eating too
much at one time. A single serving of carbohydrates from any food is considered
around 15 grams. As 1/2 cup (80-100gm) of sliced mango provides about 12  grams of carbs, this portion is just under one
serving of carbs. start with 1/2 cup to see how your blood sugar responds. From
there, you can adjust your portion sizes and frequency until you find the
amount that works best for you.

2.   
Add a source of protein: Much like
fiber, protein can help minimize blood sugar spikes when eaten alongside high-carb foods like mango. Since mangos do not contain proteins, adding a protein diet
may result in a slower rise in blood sugar. for example eat a boiled egg, piece
of cheese, or handful of nuts along with half a cup mango.

Mango can still be a healthy food choice for people trying to
improve blood sugar control.


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