Kiwi To Avocado, 7 Low-sugar Fruits For Diabetic Patients – News18

People suffering from diabetes always have to be extremely cautious with their diet. One wrong step could become a huge health issue for them. Diabetic patients often re-think before eating fruits as well. Fret not! We are here to let you know about some low-sugar fruits, which could be consumed by diabetic patients. Let us take a look at them.

Strawberries

Strawberries are famous for their sweetness, but you will be surprised to know that it is very low in sugar content. According to reports, only 7 grams of sugar is found in one cup of strawberries. Any other type of berry can also be consumed by a diabetic patient. They can be eaten as a parfait for dessert.

Kiwis

The kiwis consist of vitamin C and only contain 6.7 grams of sugar per fruit, which makes it good for a diabetic-friendly diet. The best thing about this fruit is that it is available all year and can be stored in the fridge for up to 7 days.

Avocados

Consuming avocados in general could be very beneficial for health. The sugar content of one raw avocado is about 1 gram, and the healthy fat in the fruit keeps the stomach full.

Watermelon

Watermelons are the staple food of summer. Interestingly, it is very low in sugar. As per reports, one cup of diced melon only contains about 10 grams of sugar. It is also rich in vitamins C and A, and electrolytes.

Oranges

Oranges are the best snack to eat if you want to avoid consuming calories. Rich in vitamin C, an orange contains around 14 grams of sugar and 77 calories. It also consists of folate and potassium.

Apricots

According to USDA (United States Department of Agriculture), an apricot contains only 17 grams of calories and 4 grams of carbohydrates. It is rich in vitamin A, which helps strengthen your immune system and vision, making it very beneficial for diabetics.

Apples

A medium-sized apple contains around 95 calories, as per USDA. It is rich in fibre and also contains some amount of vitamin C, and antioxidants.