IS WATERMELON RECOMMENDED FOR DIABETICS? A REVIEW BY NUTRITION PROFESSIONALS
Expert opinion from Deidre Huysamen
Dietician - Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services · 7 years of experience · South Africa
Watermelon is a high glycemic index fruit but it has a low glycemic load. Having a high glycemic index means that the carbohydrates within watermelon are broken down very quickly, resulting in spikes in both your blood sugar and energy (both which are not ideal for diabetics). However, watermelon has a low glycemic load which means that you need to eat a lot of watermelon before it has the aforementioned negative effects. Therefore, diabetics can eat small portions of watermelon at a time without risking significant spikes in their blood sugar levels.
Expert opinion from Carolina Castro
PhD Candidate (Health Services), Post Graduate Functional Clinical Nutrition, Bachelor's Degree Nutrition and Dietetics · 7 years of experience · Australia
Yes, in moderate consumption watermelon can be recommend for diabetics' individuals, it is low in calories, high in fibers and antioxidants as vitamin A and C, essential for eye health and can boots immune system too.
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Expert opinion from Isis Lima Souza
Bachelor in Nutrition · 11 years of experience · Brazil
A small serving of watermelon may be a nutritious addition to a balanced eating plan if you have diabetes. Besides, watermelon is a good source of water which helps to lower the blood sugar.
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