Can diabetics eat dates?
My family often has dates as a snack, especially during festivals. I have diabetes now, and I'm unsure if I can join them. Are dates too sweet for diabetics?
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8 months ago
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My daughter has type 1 diabetes and loves sweet things. I allow her to have just one date as a sweetener in her morning oats instead of sugar. It doesn't spike her levels if she is active afterward.
8 months ago
Beta, dates are natural but very high in natural sugars. If you have a craving, eat just one wet date in the morning with 2-3 almonds to slow down the sugar release. Never eat them at night.
8 months ago
I am very careful with dates because they have a high glycemic load. Even one date can raise my blood glucose by 30-40 points if my levels are already high. I only eat them when my sugar is well under control.
6 months ago
My doctor at Max Hospital told me that dates are high in fiber but still contain a lot of fructose. He advised me to completely avoid them if my HbA1c is above 7. Please ask your doctor for your specific case.
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4 months ago
Haan na, dates look very healthy but they are very sweet. I think eating one occasionally is okay, but daily use is risky. Better to satisfy cravings with a few walnuts instead.
5 months ago
Yes, but strictly limit to 1-2 dates max and eat them with nuts.
4 months ago
It is completely fine to have a single date when you feel a strong craving for sweets. Don't worry too much, just maintain balance and keep checking your levels.