Yes, those who have diabetes can eat watermelon and bananas. In fact, diabetics can eat any type of fruit, provided that it is consumed in the right dose or combined with other foods, as directed by the nutritionist.
THE banana has a low glycemic index, that is, it has no potential to cause an increase in blood glucose. Even so, it has sugars, so consumption should be moderate, like all fruits.
In general, people with diabetes can eat, on average, 3 fruits per day in a fractional way, that is, one at a time. A small banana per day can be included in this set, without problems. The other two fruits should preferably be different, for different nutrients.
Already the watermelon, despite having few calories, has a high glycemic index and can cause blood sugar spikes. Therefore, people with diabetes should avoid eating the fruit alone. The solution in this case is to ingest the watermelon with other foods, such as seeds and oilseeds. The recommended dose is 1 slice 150 g.
It is important to remember that the diet of those who have diabetes must be individualized, according to the caloric needs, age, associated diseases, nutritional status and drug treatment of each patient.
Consult a nutritionist to have a proper eating plan.
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