Is cassava flour good for diabetics?
My wife has diabetes and we're trying to incorporate more alternative flours into our diet. We saw cassava flour in a store, but I'm not sure if it's safe or good for diabetics. Can anyone tell me?
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9 months ago
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I have to manage both high blood pressure and blood sugar. Cassava flour is actually very high in carbohydrates and can cause sudden spikes in blood sugar, so it might not be the best choice. Make sure to monitor your levels and get regular health checkups done.
8 months ago
I totally get it, trying to find gluten-free flour options that don't spike your sugar is so exhausting. But unfortunately, cassava flour is very high in carbs and low in fiber, which is a bad combination for diabetes. Maybe try almond or coconut flour instead.
8 months ago
I have lived with diabetes for over twenty years now. Many exotic flours like cassava come and go in fashion, but our traditional whole wheat or multigrain atta remains the best and safest for sugar control. Don't worry, just stick to simple, tried-and-tested foods.
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5 months ago
Beta, cassava is basically a root vegetable, just like potato or sweet potato, so it has a lot of starch. For sugar patients, such starchy flours are not highly recommended as they raise sugar quickly. It is better to use jowar or bajra flour instead.
5 months ago
Managing a diabetic diet can be really tough and confusing. It is usually safer to stick to low glycemic index options like ragi or oats flour instead of cassava, but do take care.