Can diabetics eat doughnuts?
My wife sometimes brings home doughnuts for the kids. I've been craving one, but I'm careful with my diabetes. Can a diabetic occasionally have a doughnut, or is it too risky?
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6 months ago
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Honestly, doughnuts are just maida, sugar, and oil, which is the worst combo for us. If you really want a treat, try making simple whole-wheat baked cookies at home with stevia. It's much cheaper and won't spike your sugar.
7 months ago
I once ate half a chocolate doughnut at a party and my blood sugar went up to 260. Since that day, I have completely stopped eating them. I stick to roasted makhana now when I want a snack.
7 months ago
Doughnuts are highly processed foods with a very high glycemic index, which causes instant glucose spikes. It's always best to follow your doctor's specific meal plan rather than experimenting with bakery sweets.
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6 months ago
Doughnuts are pure love, but they are a nightmare for diabetes! If you really can't resist, just take one small bite from your friend's plate and call it a day. Eating a whole one is definitely not worth the sugar crash.
6 months ago
No way, doughnuts are filled with sugar and refined flour. I avoid them completely because they just ruin my energy levels and sugar readings for the whole day.