What do you think of this article? Do you really think diabetes and ice cream can be compatible?
When summer arrives, the consumption of certain products that are traditionally associated with it, such as sweet and refreshing ice cream or drinks: wins, meringue milk, horchata milk, these desserts are associated directly with high sugar content and, in high sugar content and, in high sugar and, inThis sense, there are many doubts about whether or not their consumption is suitable for people with diabetes.
Having diabetes should not mean having to give up these delicacies: "The summer period should not be a special difficulty, but a period of rest and enjoyment as for all the rest," says Dr. Alba, endocrinologist at the University Hospital of the Canary Islandsand editor of the magazine Diabetes de la SED.The only thing they should keep in mind is that the products that consume contain the necessary information so that they know what they can take and those who do not.
to the rich ice cream
The commercial ice cream that we all consume are made from milk and other dairy derivatives.The specialist informs us that these products "according to the CAE (Spanish food code), must present certain characteristics in their preparation and composition", such as the sucrose content, the additives used and the calories, among others.These issues must be presented in labels so that they can be read by consumers.
The components that are added make people with diabetes cannot consume these ice cream in large quantities, "since their high content of simple sugars can condition important high blood cells."The most advisable thing is to look for other alternatives to these products.An option would be the light ice cream in which the levels of simple fats and sugars are lower.However, the doctor clarifies that "it does not presuppose that they can be consumed in unlimited quantities, but that the admissible amount may be somewhat greater because of its specific ingredient content."
Information to power
Acquiring these low -fat ice cream that are more recommended for diabetics is easy.In practically all supermarkets and hotel local can be found.Even in some artisanal ice cream shops there are varieties of this dessert with a sign in which it stands out that this product is ‘suitable for diabetics’.Although we have all this, the doctor always recommends "look at its correct labeling to adjust your consumption to our specific recommendations."
Despite all the information that may be about these products, it is very important that a diabetic person, before consuming them, contacts the diabetological education team that is treating it to see in what quantities it is suitable for ingested,since not all diabetic people respond in the same way.The expert clarifies that these patients, "must learn empirically, as with other circumstances of our life (stress situations, colds ...), what is the effect that causes them their consumption."
Natural sodas
As with ice cream, other summer products such as menged milk or horchata, can be consumed by diabetic people following the guidelines mentioned above.Dr. Alba reminds us that carbohydrates and natural sugars, not added, of food, "can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet and an active lifestyle."
But not only ice cream or dairy sodas can be considered the only refreshing and delicious alternative to alleviate the summer heat.People with diabetes and without it have countless fruits with a high percentage of water that helps them fightHeat and, in addition, are rich in vitamins and fiber."It is also important to increase vegetable consumption, for example, in the form of appetizing salads," the specialist advises us.
As you can see, the life of people with diabetes should not be totally conditioned at certain foods.They must control the amount they consume ice cream, but not fully deprive themselves of them.Of course, if any doubt arises, it is best to clarify it by asking the doctor who carries the treatment.He will better offer the best tips to enjoy the healthiest way of summer delights.
