Can diabetics have agave?
I'm trying to cut down on sugar in my tea and desserts because of my diabetes. My neighbor suggested using agave nectar as a natural sweetener. Is agave a good option for diabetics?
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6 months ago
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Honestly, agave spiked my sugars almost as bad as regular honey did. I thought it was a healthy alternative but my glucose monitor showed a different story. Better to stick to stevia or just cut down on sweet tastes altogether.
6 months ago
Even though agave has a lower glycemic index, it is still very high in fructose, which can mess with your liver if you have too much. If you are active and working out, a tiny splash won't kill you, but don't treat it as a free pass to sweeten everything.
6 months ago
Actually yaar, agave is highly processed and basically just sugar in a fancy bottle. Don't fall for the organic marketing. If you really want some sweet taste, just use a tiny bit of stevia or erythritol in your tea instead.
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6 months ago
Agave nectar is processed by the liver due to its high fructose content, which can increase insulin resistance over time. It is not much better than normal white sugar for diabetics. It's safer to avoid using it regularly.
6 months ago
I was looking this up because my mom wanted to try agave in her morning milk. It looks like it is marketed as diabetic-friendly, but online research says it still has a lot of calories and carbs. Think we will stick to natural stevia leaves.