May 23, 2024, 10:03 PM IST

8 best fruits for a diabetes-friendly diet

Varnika Srivastava

Blueberries, strawberries, and other berries are diabetes superfoods due to antioxidants and fiber content. Consume berries in a parfait for a healthy dessert or breakfast.

Berries

Tart cherries, rich in antioxidants, are a healthy and nutritious fruit with 52 calories and 12.6 g of carbs, but should be consumed in moderation, avoiding added sugar.

Tart Cherries

Peaches are a nutritious, warm-weather treat with 59 calories, 14g carbohydrates, 10mg vitamin C, and 285mg potassium. They aid in blood vessel formation, cartilage formation, and cell healing.

Peaches

Apricots are a nutritious summer staple with low calories, high vitamin A content, and fiber content. They can be added to cereal or salads for added nutrition.

Apricots

Apples are a nutritious fruit with 95 calories and 25 g of carbs, providing fiber, vitamin C, and heart-protective antioxidants. They're also a good source of fiber in cereal and salads.

Apples

Consuming a medium orange provides 63 mg of vitamin C, 16g of carbohydrates, 65 calories, folate, and potassium, and is beneficial for red blood cell formation and blood pressure regulation.

Oranges

Pears are a nutritious, fiber-rich fruit, ideal for diabetes meal plans. They improve texture and flavor after picking, and can be incorporated into spinach salads.

PearsĀ 

Kiwi, a zesty, green fruit with vitamin C, potassium, fiber, 48 calories, and 11g carbohydrates, is a healthy addition to a diabetes-friendly diet.

Kiwis

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