Can diabetics have watermelon?

Yes, but the key is portion control and timing. Eat it as a whole fruit rather than juicing it, as juicing removes the fiber and causes quick spikes. Try pairing it with a few almonds to slow down sugar absorption.

My dad has diabetes and he still enjoys watermelon during summers. He just eats a small bowl in the afternoon and avoids having it right after meals. It works well and doesn't mess with his morning fasting readings.

I used to panic and think I had to stop eating all fruits, including watermelon. But I realized that a moderate portion of 1 cup doesn't raise my sugar at all. Just avoid eating it along with other carb-heavy foods.

Don't worry, you don't have to completely cut out watermelon. Just limit your portion to about 100-150 grams and avoid eating it late at night. Take care, and enjoy your summers safely!

I was researching this for my grandmother because she loves summer fruits. It turns out that while watermelon has sugar, its water content is so high that a small serving is quite safe. I'm going to let her have a small cup this afternoon.