What dried fruits and nuts should you eat if you are diabetic?

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Dried fruits and nuts are a good choice for a snack when you are on a weight loss diet or have blood sugar. They may also help in controlling blood sugar.

New Delhi: While you can be extremely careful with your meals if you are diabetic, snacks are a different story altogether. Most healthy snacks like fruits can mess with your blood sugar levels since they are high in glycemic index. In that case, you need to make sure that what you snack on when you are diabetic, it is both healthy and safe.
Dried fruits and nuts are a good choice for a snack when you are on a weight loss diet or have blood sugar. They may also help in controlling blood sugar. Here are the dried fruits and nuts you should eat on diabetes.

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Walnuts

According to a study published in the journal – Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, walnuts promote a feeling of fullness and keep cravings away. This can help in avoiding weight gain Another study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that women who ate walnuts had a lower risk of type 2 diabetes. Another link between diabetes and walnuts is that walnuts help in reducing inflammation, which is linked to diseases like diabetes and Alzheimer's.

Almonds

The next best nut for diabetes are almonds which help in keeping blood sugar under control and also keep heart problems at bay. Almonds also contain magnesium and many diabetic people have a magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is an important mineral for bone and teeth strength, and therefore almonds are a great nut to include in the diet for diabetics.

Pistachios

Pistachios are rich in fibre and hence aid weight loss – which is extremely important for diabetic people. A study published in The Review of Diabetic Studies showed that people who ate pistachios showed a fall in their blood sugar levels compared to people who did not. Pistachios can be eaten as a snack or added to a drink, or a salad.

Disclaimer: Tips and suggestions mentioned in the article are for general information purpose only and should not be construed as professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor or a dietician before starting any fitness programme or making any changes to your diet.

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