WORST FOODS FOR DIABETES. Foods to avoid for high blood sugars

In this video, Diana Bytyqi, DNP-FNP-C, discusses foods that should be avoided, when possible, to reduce the risk of diabetes and for those trying to better manage their diabetes. It is important to know note that, foods are ranked based on glycemic index, a system used to determine how likely a food will increase blood sugar levels.
Additionally, these foods are known to increase "belly fat" known as central obesity, which places us at higher risk for serious health issues, such as, heart disease.
It is important to watch portion sizes and make substitutions, when possible. For example, whole wheat pasta is better than white pasta because it contains more fiber and therefore, makes us feel fuller and slows down the absorption of sugar into our bloodstream.
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[@GGVanilla]

My goodness you are so sweet always answering peoples questions (even the hateful ones). I hope you continue on your journey to help us with diabetes and pre diabetes and I’m sorry about the haters, there are lots of us who are very grateful for all the FREE information you’re giving us. Thank you.

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Thank you for being so kind ! I appreciate the positive feedback. I will always do my best to help and guide others with this disease. I love to teach and help others when I can 😀

[@vlorabytyqi4568]

I love how you give substitutions and the reasons for making them and they are just as enjoyable but are a much better choice of selection for our health🙌

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Hi Vlora, I am glad you are learning and are able to make better selections. Little changes go a long way over time... Keep it up :)

[@wellingtonsboots4074]

Thank you Diana, this was very helpful. I did a diabetes education course when I was first diagnosed with type 2, but have forgotten quite a bit. This video was very welcome.

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Thanks for watching. I hope you will continue to learn through my videos. It's always good to refresh your memory. :)

[@zenane2012]

Greetings from Ethiopia. Thank you for you very educational videos. You are very inspirational. Thank you, Dr.

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Hi Zena! Thank you for watching The Voice of Diabetes. I hope you will continue to learn from my weekly videos :). Best wishes

[@zenane2012]

@@thevoiceofdiabetes I will definitely.

[@lena768]

Another wonderful video!! 👏

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Thank you, Lena! Glad you enjoy it 😀

[@maxa3552]

Very helpful video. You make things easy to understand. Thank you.

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Glad it was helpful!

[@edonabytyqi5294]

Awesome video!

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Glad you enjoyed it, Edona :)

[@HelpMyDiabetes]

Thank you for creating a list of "enemies". Keep up the great work!

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Thanks for watching, Dr. Tang!

[@lorikabytyqi5953]

Thanks for taking the time to educate us Diana! I definitely have to be more conscious of my food choices. I always enjoyed the fruit flavored Chobani after watching this video I will be adding my own fruits in the yogurt. Can’t wait for your next video!

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Thank you, Lorika! More to come...

[@russelsooknanan8518]

Keep doing what you're doing. Forget the haters.....

[@gogz1981]

I always eat Greek 0% plain yogurt and throw in some blueberries - and I feel like a champ.

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Good job, Gazmend! That's the way to go :)

[@nanapoku5259]

Great information as always! What's your take on brown rice? Should it be avoided completely?

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Hi Kwaku, thank you for your positive feedback. Great question. Brown rice is very similar to whole wheat pasta. It will have more fiber and nutrients vs. white rice. Small portions would be my recommendation as it still will spike up your blood sugar but because there is more fiber and nutrients, it's definitely a better option than white rice. Hope this helps.

[@nanapoku5259]

@@thevoiceofdiabetes thanks for the response!

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

@@nanapoku5259 anytime. Always great comments/ responses from you :)

[@mary-janechambers3596]

And cook pasta el dente which takes longer to digest and doesn’t spike your blood sugar as much.

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Thanks for the feedback Mary-Jane!. That's a fun fact to know :)

[@SignorNessuno65]

Are you telling me there are actually diabetics out there still eating this stuff?

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Haha... unfortunately :(

[@bufords]

I just buy no sugar added yogurt

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

That's great! Whenever you can buy original, thats the best vs. flavored. It makes a big difference.

[@mariojakova5155]

Awesome video. I always eat plain yogurt and add some blueberries. Thanks for sharing all this info.

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Thanks, Mario! Keep it up :)

[@danielramirez709]

I know that all soda is bad for us and we should really try to drink more water but what do you think about zero sugar soda? is too much aspartame bad?

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Hi Daneil, thanks for the feedback. So Zero Sugar soda or Soda Zero... May not have sugar, however, there are other chemicals in those that actually show we crave more sugar and causes increase in weight. Therefore, I do not recommend soda in general.

[@isabellaquinn8041]

In the morning when you first wake up was is a good number to have when you check your blood on the strip??

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Normal fasting blood sugar is between 70-100 mg/ dl

[@isabellaquinn8041]

@@thevoiceofdiabetes if mine is 60 or below is that dangerous? And what would you recommend? Should I eat a snack later in the night before bed?

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

@@isabellaquinn8041 are you on insulin?

[@ronnie6902]

Why is it all the bad foods she mentioned are all the foods I love!! LOL I think that if you tell someone you cannot have this and you cannot have that, makes the person what it even more!!!!! You can have the foods you like in moderation now and then, but you cannot eliminate it totally. Lets get real. We were all brought on on these foods since childhood and to stop them totally, not many people can do.

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Hi Ronnie, I hear ya. It’s tough, for sure. But… I do mention alternatives that are just as good and healthier, less sugar content in this case. It’s good to be mindful and make better decisions when possible. Little changes go a long way. It’s not easy, but overtime, small changes (like having plain yogurt with fresh fruit vs. flavored yogurt” will go a long way. After a while, our tastebuds work with us. I used to drink my coffee with sugar and slowly started to cut back. I can’t even look at coffee with sugar the same way anymore let alone drink it. So I agree. It’s hard to stop everything as we are human and have grown up on most of these foods but if you become aware of the ones that have a lot of sugar and start to cut back slowly, it will benefit you in the long term. Never underestimate the power of small changes 😀. Slow and steady wins the race

[@ronnie6902]

@@thevoiceofdiabetes Thank you for the sound advice! I will make the changes like you said and take it from there. small changes will result into big ones over time!! take care.

[@carolwhite2486]

IS BULGAR RICE OK TO EAT. WITH HIGH BLOOD SUGAR

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Great question, Carol. Bulgar rice is a better option than pasta and regular rice as it has more fiber and nutrients. However, moderation and smaller portion. It will turn into sugar and rise your blood sugar level.

[@marktaylor4667]

What about pasta made from chickpeas or lentils??

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Hi Mark, Great question. The carb count is actually similar. Not a big difference. But they will have more protein which is great, therefore, they would be a better option than white pasta.

[@elijahmadison4051]

Have you heard of any new medical breakthroughs in the diabetic field ???

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Hi Elijah, yes, there are new medications coming out that are supposed to be the best for weight loss and diabetes. Currently in clinical trials. Stay tuned. :)

[@brianre1]

Why don't you just recommend you that we all just mow the lawn and eat the grass low in Carbs! god help your patients they will all die from absolute bloody boredom and lack of food choices we have all consumed the staples for centuries many surviving to ripe old ages listening to you brings to mind the music piece from Queen Who Wants To Live Forever you certainly don't look a lot healthier on your diet despite the heavy make up.From a diabetic who regularly checks his blood sugars after eating a lot of what you condemn with only small increases in blood sugar levels even two three hours after the meal yes you can spike blood sugar levels by over eating or drinking anything

[@thevoiceofdiabetes]

Hi Brian, thanks for your feedback. I am glad that you are able to enjoy most of these foods without a major spike in blood sugars. Unfortunately, it doesn’t apply for most people. As for me, I can say that I am pretty strict on my diet. I exercise 5-6x/week (regularly) and do my best to eat clean given I am at higher risk for developing diabetes given my family history. I always say that “ we can all eat better and do more”, unfortunately. Our foods are so processed now as compared to 20+ years ago. Even the fruit sizes are double from before. So we have to be extra diligent about portion sizes and making alternative choice when possible. Hope you continue to do well and continue to have good glycemic control. It’s definitely a challenge for most of us.