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A Diabetes-Friendly Sugar?

New research highlights a rare natural sugar called allulose, promising potential benefits for diabetes management. Unlike regular sugar, allulose does not spike blood glucose or insulin levels, making it a diabetes-friendly option. Found naturally in small amounts in foods like figs and raisins, allulose is a versatile white crystalline powder that can be used similarly to regular sugar.

A recent randomized clinical control pilot study demonstrated encouraging results for allulose in diabetes care. Conducted with type 2 diabetes patients, the study revealed a significant reduction in post-meal blood glucose peaks when allulose was included in their diet. Participants also reported no discernible difference in the taste and appearance of their meals, suggesting that allulose is an easy and effective sugar alternative for diabetes management.

Patients experienced no increase in gastrointestinal distress, a common concern with new dietary additions. While these findings are promising, further research is necessary to fully understand the long-term effects and benefits of incorporating allulose into a diabetes-friendly diet. The positive initial results open the door to potentially new approaches for blood glucose control and overall diabetes treatment strategies.

Read the study here:
https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/15/12/2802

For full show notes and information:
https://healthylifewithandrea.com/blog/8203/diabetes-friendly-sugar

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