Nowadays we can’t imagine our life without some sweets.
Every person wants something sweet from time to time. But choosing what sweets are good for people with diabetes is a little more difficult than for others. Therefore, we want to tell you more about which sweet food people with diabetes can and should eat.
Why some sweets are forbidden for diabetics?
Many foods contain components that are quickly absorbed into the bloodstream and thereby provoke a sharp increase in glucose. Such foods are strictly prohibited for patients with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. It concerns cakes, sweets, unnatural juices, and all the sweet food which contains a lot of sugar and we can buy in each market.
The good news is that you can replace such food with natural one. The best option is homemade food. There are a huge number of recipes for such dishes. All you need to do is to choose the right ingredients and learn how to cook such dishes.
So what kind of sweet food people with diabetes can eat?
First of all, you need to exclude sugar from the diet. You can replace it with the following natural sweeteners:- fructose,
- sorbitol,
- stevia,
- xylitol.
Today there is such a variety of different recipes for any sweet food you want - so it’s wrong to say that people with diabetes can’t eat it. The only condition is that you need to carefully choose healthy ingredients. And of course, it’s always better to consult with your doctor about some features of your organism and perception of certain products to prevent unpleasant consequences.
And don’t forget to always monitor your glucose level to understand the condition of your body. And our Dexcom G6 adhesive patches will provide your sensor with perfect protection, so you don’t need to worry about its safety.
Diabetes is not a cause to limit you on something. You just need to consider the circumstances and adapt to them and live a fulfilling life!