According to my research the best cereal for a diabetic person would be cereal that is very low in sugar. Also diabetics shouldn't try to add extra sugar to their cereal.
Cheerios, FiberOne, Special K, and most Chex cereals are a good choice for diabetics. They don't have too much sugar, and theyare healthy, nutritious, and tasty all at the same time!
Yes and no. Type 2 diabetics are able to control their blood sugar levels by exercising. Type 1 diabetics must use insulin, however exercise does help them keep a lower blood sugar level.
Sugar-free candy may still affect blood sugar levels in diabetics because they can contain sugar alcohols or other carbohydrates that can raise blood sugar levels. It's important for diabetics to check the nutrition label for total carbohydrate content and monitor their blood sugar levels after consuming sugar-free candy.
If you are speaking about blood sugar levels, or blood glucose levels, as in Diabetics, no. Studies show that ¼ teaspoon of sugar daily helps keep blood sugar levels under control for certain diabetics. It works for me.
Natural sugars, like those found in fruits and some vegetables, can still affect blood sugar levels in diabetics. It's important for diabetics to monitor their intake of all types of sugars, including natural sugars, to manage their blood sugar levels effectively.
No, alcohol throws off your sugar levels.
Sugar levels are very important when dealing with diabetics. High sugar levels mean the diabetic could have problems, and low sugar levels are not good either. You may need insulin to help balance the sugar level.
You need to ask for a consultation with a dietician who can make appropriate recommendations for cereals you can eat safely. Of course the frosted or sugared cereals are not on your program. Start reading labels to determine the grams of sugar in each portion.
Some diabetics use insulin to manage their blood sugar levels. If possible it's preferrable to manage it through diet and exercise. The Mayo clinic has extensive information on diets for diabetics at http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/diabetes-diet/DA00027.
Yes, alcohol has sugar in it and can affect blood sugar levels. Most diabetics are told to avoid alcohol consumption, as it tends to distort blood sugar levels and makes blood sugar control difficult.
The best guide so far for helping diabetics control their blood sugar levels is the glycemic index. Here is the link to the official page: www.glycemicindex.com and here is more guidance: www.mayoclinic.com/health/diabetes-diet/DA00027
For your dad to lower his blood sugar levels, have him eat a low fat diet rich in whole grain pastas, cereals,bread, fruits and vegetables. Also, check the food lables while shopping to ensure the foods eaten are not high in sodium and added sugars.