Is nutella good for diabetics?
My granddaughter keeps asking for Nutella on her toast, and she's a diabetic. We try to be careful with her diet. Is Nutella good for diabetics, or should we avoid giving it to her completely?
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4 months ago
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I panicked when my father's sugar shot up after he ate a spoonful of Nutella. But we learned that as long as it's an occasional tiny treat paired with a fiber-rich meal, it is completely fine. Just don't make it a daily habit.
8 months ago
Absolutely not. One tablespoon of Nutella has around 11 grams of sugar, which is terrible for glycemic control. Stick to pure almond butter or peanut butter with zero added sugar instead.
7 months ago
Nutella is mostly sugar and palm oil, which is very risky for sugar patients. If you want a chocolate flavor, it is much better to use unsweetened cocoa powder mixed with a little stevia in warm milk.
6 months ago
As a diabetic, looking at the Nutella jar is a sweet dream but eating it is a nightmare. It is basically sweet poison for our blood reports, so better to stay away and enjoy roasted chana instead.
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6 months ago
It has way too much simple sugar which will cause a massive insulin spike. If you do indulge in a small bite, make sure to go for a brisk 30-minute walk afterward to help clear that glucose from your bloodstream.
5 months ago
I have been managing type 2 diabetes for 10 years now. Nutella has a very high glycemic index and will disrupt your readings. If you have strong chocolate cravings, buy 85% dark chocolate and have a tiny piece instead.