Can diabetics eat mango?

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Although eating fruit is a very healthy thing, however, not all types are suitable for people with diabetes. Therefore, you should be really careful when choosing fruits before consuming, especially those with sweet taste and high natural sugar content. So, people with diabetes should eat mango or not?

1. Nutritional content of mango

Mangoes when ripe often have bright yellow flesh, sweet taste. In terms of nutritional value, it contains a wide variety of essential vitamins and minerals.
In a cup of sliced ​​mango (165 grams) will provide the following nutrients:
Calories: 99 Fat: 0.6 grams Protein: 1.4 grams Carbs: 25 grams Fiber: 2.6 grams Sugar : 22.5 grams In addition, the above nutrients, in mangoes also contain large amounts of vitamins such as B6, E, K, potassium, magnesium and folate phosphorus, fiber and almost no sodium.
This fruit also contains small amounts of other important minerals, including: magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, iron and zinc.

2. What should people with diabetes pay attention to when eating mango?

Some people with diabetes think that they should not eat mango because it can contain high amounts of sugar.
However, moderate amounts of mangoes can offer many health benefits, as they contain important nutrients, including fiber and a host of other essential vitamins and minerals.
In moderation, mango can be a healthy addition to a varied diet for people with diabetes. Here are some notes that diabetics need to know when adding mangoes to their diet:

2.1 Control the amount of mango consumed

One of the best ways to significantly reduce how this tropical fruit affects blood sugar is to avoid consuming too much of them at once.
Carbs from any food, including mangoes, can also raise your blood sugar. However, that doesn't mean you will eliminate them completely from your diet.
According to recommendations from nutritionists, a serving of fruit should contain about 15g of carbohydrates. Of which, 1/2 cup (82.5 grams) of sliced ​​mango will provide about 12.5 grams of carbs, which is within the acceptable range.
In addition, people with diabetes should refer to a number of diets such as: Diet and exercise for diabetics.

2.2 Get more protein from other food sources

Similar to fiber, protein can help reduce blood sugar spikes when eaten with foods high in carbs, such as mangoes.
Mango is a fruit that contains a large amount of fiber, but has very little protein. So, not only adding mangoes to your diet, you also need to add other sources of protein, such as cheese, hard-boiled eggs or nuts to keep your blood sugar under good control. mine.
In addition, to control diabetes well, you need to regularly monitor blood sugar levels. Follow a healthy diet, exercise, and take medications exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Talk to your doctor if you need advice on a diet plan, what fruit you should and shouldn't eat, how you should exercise, or are unsure about how to take your medication. Doing these steps well will help you maintain a normal blood glucose level.
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References: healthline.com, medicalnewstoday.com