People who have diabetes have a common question that says, \u201chow much sugar can I consume?\u201d If you have diabetes, people around you might tell you that sugar works like a poison for you. You might have been told to watch your sugar intake. But, does this mean that you can\u2019t ever eat sugar? Well, this article will help you to know how much sugar you should consume if you have diabetes. Thus, all those people who are diabetic but have a sweet tooth should read this article.<\/p>\n
In this article, we will also discuss how sugar impacts your blood sugar level, and you can identify hidden sugar. You will also get tips about choosing better carbs and how to stick to a diabetes-friendly diet.<\/p>\n
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People these days eat too much sugar, and they don\u2019t have any idea about where to draw the line so that they don\u2019t have diabetes. As per a survey conducted in 2016, it was found that an average adult consumes at least 77 grams of added sugar per day. Children consumed 82 grams of sugar per day.<\/p>\n
This number is way above the daily limit recommended by health organizations and doctors.<\/p>\n
As per recommendation, the following is the safe level of sugar:<\/p>\n
If you are facing the wrath of diabetes, your healthcare provider will advise you to eat sugar less than the recommended amount. With a typical diet, you can quickly reach your sugar limit at breakfast. A simple pastry and a couple of cups of coffee will be more than what\u2019s safe for you.<\/p>\n
Identify the hidden sugar<\/strong><\/p>\n If you want to keep your blood sugar level in control, it is important to identify how much sugar is hidden in packaged food and drinks. Even when you read food labels, you might not be aware that sugar can go by another name.<\/p>\n Names to identify when you want to know about hidden sugar:<\/p>\n Different types of sugar can have the same impact on the level of blood sugar. Don\u2019t have a false belief that natural sugars are better for you. You can also overdo it by eating natural sugar derived from natural food sources. Natural sugar, as well as processed sugar, are broken down into glucose and fructose.<\/p>\n Glucose<\/strong>: It is a type of sugar that our body uses for energy needed by the cells in our body<\/p>\n Fructose<\/strong>: Fructose can only get metabolized by our liver. The sugar is then converted into fat, and it results in increased insulin resistance. In the long run, high levels of fructose can cause fatty liver as well as other complications.<\/p>\n You may not believe this, but there are 100s of added sources of sugar that we don\u2019t pay attention to when we are eating. Some of the few examples of added sugars include:<\/p>\n But, don\u2019t worry because most of these food items have sugar-free versions too. Thus, you can enjoy them without worrying about your diabetes.<\/p>\n Choose better carbohydrates<\/strong><\/p>\n The blood glucose level in your body is affected by the presence of complex carbohydrates (starches) and simple carbohydrates (sugar). These are different ways to include sugar in your diet without going overboard.<\/p>\n Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n Having diabetes and not being able to eat anything sweet is really a sad story. But, it does not mean that you can\u2019t eat sugar ever. All you need to do is to be aware of hidden sugar. You need to know what percentage of daily calorie intake comes from sugar. Thus, try to read the food label, choose high-fiber and low-carb food.<\/p>\n\n
What are the common sources of added sugars?<\/h3>\n
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