Diabetes and High Colesterol?

Question

My dad has Both. I need to know to know what fruits and vegetables are safe for diabetics. I know most fruits have sugar in them, are there any that are ..........sugar free,lol? And I know some Veggies like carrots have sugar, What about pumpkins? I think avacodoes don't have sugar but they might be high in cholesterol, any one know what the deal is with them? Are potatoes and rice safe? And what about Flour products, like bread, crackers etc.?

I forgot to mention, he is type 2 diabetic (high blood sugar)

I see there are going to be some people telling me to talk to his doctor, I should have mentioned that he lives in South America and medical care is that great down there. He has very very bad eating habits. The doctors have told him what not to eat, I need to find he some things he can eat. For instance, he was never told not to drink milk, turns out milk is very bad for people with high blood sugar.

Answer 1

All fruit and vegtables has some fructose in them including pumpkins. However your dad should talk to his doctor they can better explain what's best for him. Also please don't believe the myths that sugar alone causes Diabetes.

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Answer 4

Who said milk was bad for diabetics? Milk sugar is metabolized very slowly, so it does not raise blood sugar. The only time milk is contra-indicated is if the diabetic patient has kidney problems and must have a low-protein diet.

Generally a high-fiber (preferably vegetarian or near-vegetarian) diet is best, with most carbohydrates being the complex kind found in fruits and veggies rather than the simple kind found in sugar, white bread, pasta, and potatoes. Choose fruits and veggies with intense color over pale ones. In short, a generally healthy diet is good for diabetics; they just need to monitor blood sugar daily and make adjustments to their intake of starches and sugars when the numbers start going up.

Beans such as kidney beans, chick peas, and black beans, as well as soy products, seem to keep blood sugar well regulated, and a meal each day with plenty of beans (and Beano if needed) is a good thing for most diabetics.

The sugar in carrots is probably harmless, but bananas cause sugar to spike for some people. Avocadoes are vegetables; NO vegetables have cholesterol! Chol;esterol is ONLY found in foods of animal origin. Potatoes are okay in small servings. Whole grain rice and bread are better than the refined versions, but all should be used in moderation. Pumpkins should be fine. Almost any veggie is fine for most diabetics, but he needs to test frequently and find out what works for him, as there is individual variation in the way people metabolize different foods.

Good luck to him!

Answer 5

A simple rule-- eat above ground veggies--any veggie that grows above ground has less sugar than one that grows below. I don't eat potatoes, carrots, onions, beets, etc. I personally don't eat corn simply because it lacks vitamins and has sugar. Corn is actually a grain although some people consider it a veggie.

Avocados are great. They are fruits (not veggies) and have the "good" oil in them. Eat lots of them. Berries and melons have the lowest amounts of sugars as far as fruits. Blueberries pack the most nutrient per sugar punch, so they are the very best fruit choice. Always eat the fruit, don't drink the juice. That has no fiber and is just sugar water.

I don't eat any grain except flax. If you do eat grains never eat white anything. If you are eating that many carbs (sugars) at least make them count a little bit in vitamins. White grains have no vitamins due to the refining processes.

Some people eat beans. They are higher in sugars than meats and have less protein but lower in cholesterol. That is a personal choice you would have to make.

As far as milk, skim milk has no fat so it metabolizes faster causing a faster sugar spike. I personally won't touch the stuff because I feel it is simply sugar water. I use heavy whipping cream for everything because it will not cause a sugar spike. If you are worried about cholesterol then you might make a different choice.

I will say that many people feel high cholesterol has nothing to do with fat intake and everything to do with sugar intake. You can research that for yourself and reach your own opinions. I personally eat lots and lots and lots of fats but very little sugar. And everyone should stay away from trans fats. Eat the butter not the margarine. Use olive oil. Just stay away from trans fats. They will kill you. Read labels. If anything says hydrogenated then leave it alone.

Answer 6

Does he have access to a home meter to test his BG?

Since you say that medical attention isn't an option then I would say he needs to pay attention to his diet. I suggest low glycemic foods to keep the sugar spikes down.
http://www.mendosa.com/
The above site is a very good starting point. There's a glycemic index list for you to peruse. The lower the number the better. Also, he NEEDS to increase his dietary fiber intake to stablize sugar and lower his total serum cholesterol. Make sure he only consumes unrefined whole grain products. Keep him away from white rice, white bread, pasta, and starchy potatoes. Potatoes convert straight into glucose which raises your BG.

Read the information on the site and have him adjust his diet ASAP. Also, exercise would go a long way in lowering his BG. Sorry for the short response, but I hate typing.

Answer 7

here is a formula: 15grams protien for every 30grams of carbs. Protien slows down the uptake of carbs/sugar.

Potatoes, rice, flour Very Bad for diebetics. not saying you can't have them but in moderations. (use the formula above when eating)

Green Beans - Very Good, Lagune's/Bean's Very Good, Greens Very Good. Pretty much as much as he wants on these.

Avacados - Good for Diabetics

You could join a Diabetics support group - usually low/no cost and that way you can get training and pass it on to your dad. Check with a hospital near you.

Answer 8

Consult a good doctor for all your father's ailments. Just refer below and make use of the guidelines in due consultation with your doctor.