Diabetes Diet: Glycemic Index, Dining Out & Healthy Foods

For individuals with Type 2 diabetes, choosing foods with a low glycemic load is essential. Learn how to dine out safely at places like McDonald's and which nuts and proteins best support blood sugar stability.

Brown Eggs

Glycemic Index of Eggs

In an effort to keep blood sugar levels low and stable, many diabetics and dieters reference the glycemic index. Since carbohydrates have the greatest effect on your blood sugar, the majority of foods listed on the glycemic index are carbohydrate-based foods.

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Pineapple in basket, directly above

The Glycemic Index of Pineapple

If you are diabetic or are trying to avoid raising your blood sugar to maintain or lose weight, you may be familiar with the glycemic index, or GI. You may also be confused as to whether to incorporate fruit such as pineapple into your diet, since it has sugar.

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Many carrots

The Glycemic Index of Carrots

If you are a diabetic or a dieter who is familiar with low-carbohydrate dieting, you might be familiar with the glycemic index. You probably know that vegetables such as carrots are "good" for you.

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The Glycemic Index of Cherries

Many people do not consider cherries when they think of nutritious foods. According to Jonny Bowden, Ph.D. in his book "The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth," cherries are among the most healthful fruit you can eat.

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fresh cherries

Can Diabetics Eat Cherries?

Keeping your blood sugar within target range remains a cornerstone of diabetes treatment. This involves monitoring and managing your carbohydrate intake. The American Diabetes Association encourages fruits, vegetables, beans and whole-grain foods as healthful sources of dietary carbohydrates.

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