2023-06-07 15:13:25
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Some people with diabetes wonder regarding the possibility of including kiwi in their daily diet, for fear that it will have negative effects on their health.
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Does kiwi raise blood sugar?
In this regard, Dr. Ahmed Anwar, a consultant internal medicine specialist, said that kiwi is one of the useful and safe fruits for diabetics, stressing that it does not lead to high blood sugar as is rumored.
Anwar explained that kiwi does not raise glucose in the blood following eating it, because it contains a small percentage of sugars, in addition to being rich in dietary fiber, which in turn helps slow down the absorption of carbohydrates in the intestine.
Another scientific evidence proving that kiwi does not raise blood sugar in diabetics is its “low glycemic index”, which is only 50 degrees, according to the “Glycemic Index Guide” website.
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How many kiwis are allowed for diabetics per day?
However, the internal medicine consultant recommended diabetic patients not to overeat kiwi, explaining that the permissible amount of it throughout the day ranges from 2 to 3 fruits, which should be eaten at intervals between meals.
He stressed that the fruits that diabetics should beware of are “grapes, dates and mangoes”, because they cause high blood sugar, despite their high nutritional value.
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Benefits of kiwi for diabetics
If a diabetic patient adheres to the number of kiwis allowed per day, he will get many benefits, which were identified by the “Every Day Health” website in the following points:
– Strengthening the immune system, because it contains a high percentage of vitamin C.
Weight loss, as it contains only 48 calories and its fibers keep the stomach full for long hours.
Promoting cardiovascular health, as it is rich in potassium, which contributes to stimulating blood circulation and controlling blood pressure.
– Reducing cancer, thanks to its high antioxidant content.
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