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Want to Manage Your Sugar Levels? Here Are 8 Fruits With the Least Sugar
Fruits are healthy, but if you struggle with any health issues, it's wise to limit your intake and choose ones with less sugar. Here are 8 of them.
- Shira Dabush (Cohen)
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Here’s a list of eight fruits that are low in sugar, along with reasons why you might choose them over higher-sugar options:
Fruits Low in Sugar:
Avocado – Virtually sugar-free.
Pears – About 10 grams of sugar per medium fruit.
Red Grapefruit – Approximately 8 grams of sugar per half.
Blackberries – Around 5 grams of sugar per cup.
Cherries – About 8 grams of sugar per cup.
Strawberries – Roughly 7 grams of sugar per cup.
Papaya – Around 12 grams of sugar per cup.
Melon – Low in sugar, sometimes negligible.
Why Choose These Fruits Over High-Sugar Options?
Better Blood Sugar Control
Fruits with less sugar generally have a milder impact on blood glucose levels, which is especially important for those with diabetes or at risk of developing it.
Feeling Full
Lower-sugar fruits often contain more dietary fiber, which contributes to a feeling of fullness and helps prevent increased appetite after eating.
Improved Weight Management
Choosing fruits with less sugar can support better weight management, as they provide fewer calories.
Preventing Sugar Crashes
Eating low-sugar fruits may reduce the risk of sugar crashes, which occur when blood sugar rises sharply and then drops rapidly.
Key Point to Remember
Even though these fruits are lower in sugar, they still offer all the other health benefits of fruit, including essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
