Ahhhh, the great “is fruit sugar bad for you” debate… Honestly, I’m quite torn on fruit and fruit sugar. I’m a big fan of the Paleo Diet, and I know a LOT of fruit can contain a lot of fructose (and thus a lot of sugar). That being said, I believe the consumption of fruit can be beneficial. When you consume fruit, you are not only consuming fructose (in its natural state), but also consuming fiber and lots of vitamins and minerals. Yes, fruit can have an effect on your blood sugar, it IS sugar. But generally fruit will cause less of a blood sugar spike compared to nutrient-void table sugar or high fructose corn syrup. Along with that: Fiber is an important part of a balanced diet (ask your bowels), and fruit can contain a lot of it! Here’s my official stance on fruit: Consume fruit that has a low glycemic index/glycemic load to reduce blood sugar spikes and insulin secretion. Consume organic fruit when possible. If your main goal is weight loss, and you need to keep your carb intake low, minimize fruit consumption and instead load up on vegetables. However, if your choice is between processed foods, sugary drinks, candy, or fruit…GO WITH THE FRUIT.
Posted on: Sun, 06 Apr 2014 20:02:27 +0000
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