2023-09-14 18:59:26
Glucose is the main sugar found in the blood and is the body’s main source of energy, which comes from foods such as fruits. According to MedlinePlus, website of the United States National Library of Medicine, as such, the body breaks down most of these foods into glucose and releases it into the bloodstream.
“Over time, having too much glucose in your blood can cause serious health problems (called diabetes complications). Therefore, if you have diabetes, it is important to keep your blood glucose levels within your target range,” indicates MedlinePlus.
Glucose is the main sugar found in the blood and is the body’s main source of energy. | Photo: Getty Images
According to the magazine Mejor con Salud, one of the fruits that can increase blood glucose levels is pineapple, a tropical fruit that has multiple health benefits, but its consumption should be reduced when a person begins to have prediabetes, This is due to its high glycemic index, so experts advise accompanying this food with proteins such as Greek yogurt.
“These types of dairy products are capable, among other things, of improving muscle health. This is evidenced by a study published in Nutrients.”
One of the fruits that can increase blood glucose levels is pineapple. | Photo: Getty Images
Regarding its nutritional compounds, it is important to note that one nutritional cup of this natural pineapple fruit, cut into pieces, contains approximately 21.6 grams of carbohydrates, of which 16.3 grams correspond to sugar (sucrose, fructose, glucose) and only 2.3 grams correspond to fiber.
“Pineapple is on the medium side of the glycemic index, so it’s not too high or low for people with diabetes. It is better to eat pineapple with other foods that have a lower glycemic index, such as nuts and cheese, if you can afford the calories,” indicates the Diabeticme web portal.
Pineapple provides multiple benefits to the body. | Photo: Fairfax Media
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