Are mangoes bad for diabetics – 10 must-know facts
- ‘King of Asiatic Fruits’ is rich in prebiotic dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and polyphenolic antioxidant compounds
- Antioxidants in mango prevent cellular damage thereby preventing the development of complications associated with diabetes.
- Doctors and nutritionists advise that the consumption of mango depends upon the kind of diabetes one is suffering from.
- Every individual’s physiological response varies, one can evaluate blood sugar response to determine how much can be consumed.
- This seasonal, locally grown mango can be consumed moderately
- It is recommended that mangoes should be eaten during the daytime when the body’s rate of metabolism is higher than the night-time.
- Avoid consuming too much at once or taking it with starchy foods or meals.
- Start with a half-cup (82.5 g) of sliced mango, it provides about 12.5 grams of carbs which is about one serving of carbs.
- Can be consumed as a snack in between meals.
- To avoid blood sugar spikes try pairing with any protein source like soaked green gram chat or nuts or an egg.
- Studies show that mangoes have a lower glycaemic index compared to many other carbohydrates that are generally consumed.