Can California Raisins be included in a diabetic diet?
A. Yes. California Raisins can be part of a diabetic diet just like other dried fruits. Two tablespoons of raisins count as one fruit exchange, providing 15 grams of carbohydrate and about 60 calories per exchange. Both the glycemic index and the insulin index for Raisins is listed as moderate. For individuals using the glycemic index concept to make food choices, Raisins are an antioxidant-rich fruit that’s always perfectly ripe and easy to grab-and-go. Q. Are raisins a healthy, low-carb snack? A. Since the sugars (carbohydrates) in raisins are mostly fruit sugars, they are easy to digest and readily available for quick energy. Raisins also have a generous amount of fiber that helps slow the release of sugar and, therefore, helps to prevent quick production of insulin that comes from other kinds of sugars. However, raisins are not a low-carb snack and need to be carefully calculated into daily carbohydrate intake. Please consult the Nutrition Facts label, watch portion sizes carefully
