Are Bananas Good for Diabetics?

Natalie Romito, RD, a registered dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic Center for Human Nutrition

 "Many gas stations even carry them. They are a good source of a variety of vitamins and minerals and can be used in baking as a natural sweetener,

However, "sweet" is often deprioritized for people with diabetes. Can diabetics eat bananas

 Registered dietitians often field these questions, especially in a diet culture that demonizes sweet stuff as a whole.

"Bananas often receive a negative reputation because some people associate them with high sugar content, leading to concerns about blood sugar

Is the reputation fair? Are bananas good for diabetics? Dietitians peeled back the layers on bananas and diabetes

Including how they affect blood sugar and tips for incorporating this fruit into your diet if you have to deal with insulin resistance.

Bananas are packed with good-for-you vitamins and minerals.

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