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Managing High Blood Sugar: Foods Diabetics Should Be Wary Of
For individuals living with diabetes or elevated blood sugar, managing diet can be one of the most constant and complex challenges.
While most people know to steer clear of sugary snacks and desserts, there are everyday foods—often seen as healthy or harmless—that can cause unexpected blood sugar spikes.
During a recent medical consultation, a patient asked, “Doctor, does this mean I can’t eat watermelon?”
The doctor responded that while watermelon does contain natural sugar, it’s generally fine in moderation and provides hydration along with key nutrients.
But he went on to highlight that certain seemingly safe foods are actually much more detrimental to blood glucose control than many realize.
Sugar Isn’t the Only Concern
Diabetes management is about more than just avoiding obvious sweets. Many regular food items can have a harmful impact if not consumed wisely.
Below are four commonly underestimated foods that can significantly affect blood sugar stability:
1. Puffed Rice Cakes – A Hidden Spike Risk
Though often marketed as a light and healthy snack, puffed rice cakes can be problematic for those with diabetes.
They’re low in calories, but their glycemic index (GI) is alarmingly high.
The manufacturing process breaks the rice down into simple carbohydrates that the body digests very quickly, causing sharp spikes in blood glucose.
Even those made from brown rice can have a GI exceeding 70, well above the safe threshold of 55 for diabetics.
These rapid increases in blood sugar can contribute to long-term complications like heart disease and nerve damage.
2. Candied Fruits – Sweet but Misleading
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