Monday, August 25, 2008

Corn & Wheat flakes for Diabetics

Question. Are Corn and wheat flakes good for Diabetics

Answer: Highly processed ready to eat Corn or wheat flakes may not be the best option for Diabetics- they have high glycemic index so they get absorbed into the system readily and give high post meal blood sugar peaks, But if the same flakes are taken in a less processed form ( simlpy put- those flakes which need some cooking to be done and cannot be had straight from the box) are a good breakfast option for Diabetics - rich in fibres and of low glycemic index hence they slowly get absorbed in the blood and do not cause peaks of blood sugar.

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