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<h4 class="dechead">On One Hand: Simple Sugars Supply the Body with Glucose
Every body needs sugar in the form of glucose to fuel cells, tissues and organs. Glucose is manufactured by the liver from carbohydrates that are made of various types of sugars: fructose, lactose, and sucrose. You could ingest all sugar in the form of sucrose to provide the glucose necessary for survival. But the body would be deficient in nutrients, vitamins, and beneficial fiber.
On the Other: Complex Carbohydrates are a Better Choice
The American Diabetes Association advises against the heavy use of simple sugars and concentrated natural sugars like fruit juice. It is much better to get your carbohydrates from natural sugars such as whole fruits, dairy products, legumes, and whole grains. These foods supply vitamins, nutrients, and fiber, metabolizing at a slower rate than sucrose, regulating blood sugar levels.
Bottom Line
The amount of sugar that a diabetic should consume should be discussed with a personal physician or diabetes educator. Routine testing of blood sugar levels will evaluate if the diet that the diabetic is following is keeping those levels within the normal range.
Source:
National Diabetes Informational Clearinghouse
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