Diabetes & Fruit

People with diabetes often wonder about whether fruit is ok to eat. Here is question I received about which fruits are lower in sugar:

I have Type 2 diabetes. I need to know which fruits are lower in sugar. Which ones would be a better choice for me to eat?

Answer: It is important when choosing fruit to pay attention to portion sizes. You might measure out portions at the beginning to get an idea of a portion.

One small apple, 3/4 cup of berries, or 1 cup of melon is a serving of fruit.

Choose whole fruit over fruit juice more often. Whole fruit contains fiber and may not be absorbed into your bloodstream as quickly compared to fruit juices.

As whole fruits become more processed (juiced, pureed, mashed) there is potential for greater impact on blood sugar as a result of less fiber.