Low-Fat Milk
In a world full of low-fat, full-fat, and plant-based milks, it can be hard to know what to drink – especially for diabetics. And while there was once a time when it was recommended for diabetics to drink low-fat milk, times have changed and research has found that low-fat milk isn’t actually the best option for diabetics. That’s because low-fat milks actually replace the fat content with extra sugar, which can be harmful for diabetics.
Because of this, it’s suggested that diabetics skip low-fat milk for full-fat milk instead. Especially after one Swedish study found that a high-far dairy diet could actually reduce your chances of developing diabetes.
Dana Evans & Kahleah Copper
Flavored Yogurt
Some people love to start their day with a bowl of yogurt and granola, but diabetics need to be careful with the yogurt that they buy in the grocery store. While whole, unsweetened yogurt is perfectly safe and healthy for diabetics to eat, flavored yogurts topped with extras can lead to spikes in the glycemic index. This is especially true if the flavored yogurts are then topped with high-sugar additions such as fruit and syrup.
Because of this, diabetics should focus on making their own delicious yogurt in the morning. You can do this by topping the unsweetened yogurt with nuts and healthy granola to keep insulin levels in check.