Make Your Own
Most people don’t think juice and diabetes go well together. In fact, many brands of bottled juice may not be the best for your blood sugar or your health.
Pre-packaged juices available at the store are known to have a high glycemic index and glycemic load that contribute to elevated blood sugars, insulin resistance, weight gain, obesity and diabetes risk.
But when you make your own fresh juice with low-sugar vegetables, you can reduce the glycemic index of your juices. Follow the 80/20 guideline and keep the amount of fruit low, such as ½-1 cup/piece per 16 oz serving.
Here are four of my favorite low-sugar juice recipes:
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