Is cream of wheat bad for diabetics?
My son has diabetes, and we usually give him oats for breakfast. His friend suggested cream of wheat. Is cream of wheat a bad choice for diabetics because of its carb content?
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4 months ago
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At the hospital where my father gets his diabetes checkups, the dietitians always advise avoiding highly refined wheat products because they spike blood sugar quickly. You should definitely consult your doctor about whether it fits your specific diet plan.
8 months ago
Hey, cream of wheat is basically fine semolina (suji). It is processed and digests really fast, which isn't great for diabetes since it can cause sugar spikes. Whole wheat daliya or oats are much safer choices.
8 months ago
I used to ignore my high sugar readings thinking a little refined wheat wouldn't hurt, and it ended up damaging my nerves. Please don't take risks with processed foods. Get your HbA1c checked and follow your doctor's food list strictly.
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6 months ago
My uncle had cream of wheat for breakfast and his sugar shot up to 240. It's too refined, bro. Better to stick to real whole grains like steel-cut oats or multigrain daliya if you want to keep sugar low.
4 months ago
Cream of wheat has a high glycemic index, meaning it turns to sugar quickly in the blood. If you really want to eat it, mix in lots of high-fiber vegetables or nuts to slow down digestion, but keep the portions very small.