Are salted peanuts good for diabetics?
My doctor told me to avoid sugary snacks for my diabetes. I sometimes munch on salted peanuts, but I am unsure if they are a safe option given the salt content.
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5 months ago
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Please avoid the salted ones. I have both high BP and diabetes, and salted snacks are a disaster for water retention. Switch to unsalted ones and keep tracking your levels regularly with your family doctor.
5 months ago
Haan peanuts are okay because low carb hote hain, but salted wale completely avoid karo na. Extra salt se blood pressure badh jayega and diabetes me vaise hi tension rehti hai. Plain roasted peanuts khao, maza bhi aayega aur health bhi theek rahegi.
6 months ago
It depends completely on your current kidney function and blood pressure levels. Before making peanuts a daily habit, please get your HbA1c and kidney reports checked and show them to your physician.
6 months ago
Hey, don't stress too much about small snacks. Plain peanuts are actually awesome for keeping you full, just that the sodium in salted ones is a bit tricky. Just grab a normal unsalted pack next time you shop, simple!
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5 months ago
I used to panic every time my father ate even a single peanut, thinking his sugar would shoot up. But then our doc explained that peanuts actually have a low glycemic index. Just buy the unsalted ones and let them enjoy in small portions, no need to stress.
4 months ago
Beta, excess salt is not good for our body, especially when managing sugar. If you feel like snacking, have a few soaked almonds or walnuts in the morning. If you want peanuts, roast them slightly at home without adding any extra salt.