Are oranges bad for diabetic?
I really enjoy eating oranges, especially in the mornings. But since I have diabetes, I'm trying to be careful about fruits with sugar. Are oranges considered bad for a diabetic person?
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4 months ago
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Oranges are not bad at all as long as you eat the whole fruit instead of drinking the juice. Whole oranges have fiber which slows down sugar absorption, whereas juice has no fiber and will cause a sudden glucose spike.
4 months ago
I have both high blood pressure and borderline sugar, and my doctor told me oranges are actually great because of the vitamin C and potassium. Just have one moderate-sized orange in the afternoon and keep up with your regular medical checkups.
4 months ago
I used to panic and think all sweet fruits are bad for diabetes and completely stopped eating oranges. But my nutritionist reassured me that oranges have a low glycemic index and are perfectly fine in moderation. Just relax and enjoy one occasionally!
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4 months ago
In my experience, fresh and natural seasonal fruits like oranges are very cleansing for the body. Eating them whole with their pulp provides vital energy and fiber, which helps maintain a steady state of health without causing harm to sugar levels.
4 months ago
They are not bad at all. Just make sure to eat them whole and avoid packed orange juices which contain added sugars.