How does the sugar content of food influence the blood sugar level? Which fruits should I avoid as a diabetic?
A way of ranking carbohydrate-containing foods according to the extent to which they raise blood sugar levels after eating is called the Glycaemic Index (GI). A higher intake of low GI foods results in slower digestion of starches and sugars and slower absorption of sugar into the bloodstream. Fruits provide essential vitamins and minerals, fibre, and other substances that are important for good health.
