DE Online Desk:
Drinking refreshing drinks is important to keep yourself hydrated in summer. We need to add more water to our food to beat the heat. During this time of summer, the tendency to consume various fruit juices increases. Fruit juice works great to quench thirst and escape the summer heat. However, since juice contains natural sweeteners, it may not always be beneficial for diabetics. Diabetics have several dietary restrictions, as diabetes can cause side effects on blood sugar levels. Diabetic patients should avoid drinking these 3 fruit juices this summer-
1. Mango juice
According to nutritionists, diabetics should avoid consuming mango juice. The GI index of mangoes is around 50-56. So according to experts, you can eat mangoes up to three times a week if your sugar levels are under control. However, consumption of mango juice or juice should be avoided.
2. Watermelon juice
The GI index of watermelon juice is somewhere around 72. So nutritionists advise diabetics or many other patients to avoid watermelon juice, even if it is a much-loved drink. But you can eat watermelon in moderation if your blood sugar level is under control, not otherwise. It is best to avoid watermelon juice completely if you have diabetes.
3. Sugarcane juice
Explaining why diabetics should not consume sugarcane juice, Indian nutritionist Panchal gives the example of our grandparents. He said that our grandparents had an active lifestyle that allowed their bodies to consume sugarcane juice. As the modern lifestyle has become more and more lazy, the habit of consuming sugarcane juice can be harmful.
