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The answer to this question depends on two things: what kind of sugar, and what kind of Diabetes.
If you mean processed sugar, than there's no need to ever eat that, really. You can choose to in moderation (talk to your doctor about the best time of day or circumstance for you), but your body has no need for processed (white) sugar, and it's really not helpful for anyone's body.
If you mean natural sugars, than yes, your body needs them. However, your body can make them just fine from healthier forms of carbohydrates like whole-grains and fiber-rich fruit (eaten again, in moderation).
As for the second question (what kind of diabetes), it matters greatly if you are a type-1 on insulin or a type-2 (who might be diet-controlled, medicine-controlled, or perhaps on insulin to help control). Type-1s really should limit their white-sugar intake to right before exercise. Type-2s should work it into their meal plans.
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∙ 11y agoAnswer:
Sugar is the fuel that makes your body run. It comes from both various sugars and starches. The problem with diabetics is they have no way to utilize this sugar properly without insulin injections (Type 1) or medications to increase pancreatic activity and cellular sugar use (Type 2).
Therefore, Diabetics eat a good balanced diet. This includes sugars and starches as well as proteins, fats and fiber. The secret is moderation, exercise and adjusting your insulin levels. If diabetics to not have enough glucose (sugar) in their blood they tend to become hypoglycemic. This is bad and results in all sorts of mental, physical. emotional and vision problems - and potentially death.
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∙ 7y agoYes, with serious limitations. Diabetics are already taking insulin to make up for lost sugar in their system, adding more sugar to your body will do far greater harm than anything. Know your limitations ... be aware of what foods you are eating.
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∙ 13y agoYes. Although a type one diabetic's pancreas has shutdown, sugar can be digested as long as they inject themselves with insulin
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∙ 14y agoYes, but if you eat too much, stomach pain and diarrhea will result.
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∙ 12y agoyes, it is just the amount of sugar i think
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∙ 11y agoyoyou can but it's unwise . your goal is normal blood sugar, and eating sugar will raise blood sugar dramatically. avoid it.
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Can a diabetic drink slim fast with 18g of sugar?
Diabetics aren't incapable of consuming sugar, but their bodies aren't capable of producing enough insulin to help balance the levels of blood sugar. If a diabetic is currently low on blood sugar, they should consume more sugars, but should avoid it when their blood sugar is high.
How many grams of sugar for a borderline diabetic?
Insulin resistant people and people who are borderline diabetic should not (ideally) consume any added sugar and should avoid foods that have added sugars. In addition, you now need to count all your carbohydrates (as well as sugar). If you want something sweet, use a sugar substitute called stevia.
Should a diabetic drink powerade 0?
well it's obvious. diabetics have a high sugar level if it's type 2. so most likely they should consume drinks that have a little to no sugar. sugar free drinks.
Can you drink regularly tee with cinnamon for diabetic 2?
Absolutely; there is no sugar in cinnamon and that won't increase their blood sugar. Plus, cinnamon helps to lower blood glucose so it is actually a beneficial thing to consume
Should a diabetic have a totally no sugar diet?
It is not necessary for a diabetic to totally avoid sugar. What they need to do is monitor and control their sugar levels.
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What diabetic food would make a good gift for a diabetic?
A diabetic is generally concerned with balancing sugar levels in their bloodstream. Therefore, a good diabetic food gift would generally be something that has either a low sugar count or a sugar substitute.
Are most diabetic snacks sugar free?
Yes, most diabetic snacks are sugar-free. They use a variety of sugar substitutes instead. But this does not mean they don't taste good. Many sugar-free diabetic snacks taste quite good.
Is diabetic diet only suited for diabetics?
A diabetic diet consists of mainly Sugar-free foods there Is nothing bad about eating sugar-free food no matter if you are diabetic or not.
Why should the majority of carbs in a diabetic diet come from starch verses sugar?
Because the diabetic is unable to process sugar correctly.
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