Grapefruit Grapefruit is high in soluble fiber and vitamin C. With a rating of 25, it is low on the glycemic index. Grapefruit contains the flavonoid naringenin which aids in balancing insulin and glucose levels in the blood. Studies have shown that eating one to two servings of grapefruit a day reduces the risk of developing Type II diabetes later in life. The glycemic index (GI) tells you how quickly a food turns into sugar in your system. High GI foods spike your blood sugar rapidly, while low GI foods have the least effect. A glycemic index rating below 50 is optimal for diabetics. You can find glycemic index and glycemic load tables online. helpguide.org/life/healthy_diet_diabetes.htm voices.yahoo/best-fruits-diabetics-eat-these-fruits-control-6378592.html?cat=5
Posted on: Wed, 09 Oct 2013 03:38:12 +0000
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