Question 1

is watermelon ok for a person who have diabetes thpe 2?

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Yes: Yes, watermelon is a good choice for someone with type 2 diabetes. Though it does contain carbohydrates, it has a low glycemic index and several good nutrients. It is also a good source of fiber. Just be sure to factor in the carbohydrates when considering insulin needs, if you use insulin.

Question 2

if you're a diabetic , is it ok to eat watermelon everyday?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes and Fruit: I love watermelon myself, so like this question.

This would all depend on how your blood sugar is responding to this daily ingestion of sugar.  Watermelon's calories are carbohydrates. So, it would seem that if you are eating watermelon every day you are eating a lot of carbohydrates.  How is this affecting your daily blood sugars? Are you still in good control?

Question 3

can a pre-diabetic eat watermelon?

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Pre- diabetes: I am never sure what prediabetes is. Please have your doctor explain that term in detail. That said, enjoy your watermelon.

Question 4

are apples, cherry tomatoes, peaches, light yogurts, avocados, carrots, and watermelon good for diabetics?

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Diabetes and Food: I think the simple answer is no.  But, when you look at these specific items in your list there are things that are lower in carbohydrates like the yogurt and the avocado.

But, in each person with diabetes, the answer may vary based upon how well controlled their blood sugars are.

The goal is to eat more protein and less carbohydrates. That means less sugars, less fruits and less carbs overall.

Question 5

is watermelon ok for celiacs?

Accepted Answer

It's gluten free: Watermelon is gluten free. Just don't cut the melon with your bread knife and cutting board!

Question 6

what are the benefit of eating watermelons?

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Diuretic: Watermelon is a natural diuretic, and naturaly contains a lot of water.

Question 7

watermelon good to low uric acid?

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Uric acid : Watermelon is alkaline fruit . It has high water content . As such it can dilute and neutralize the acidity of uric acid . Watermelon is rich in vitamin c , vitamin a , vitamin b6, b1, potassium and magnesium .Watermelon has no uric acid . As such it should be useful natural remedy for  uric acid to some extent.

Question 8

does eating fruit make you fat? like watermelon?

Accepted Answer

No: Some nutritionists recommend 5 servings of fruit per day.  Remember everything in moderation, don't eat the whole watermelon by yourself in one setting...

Question 9

is a myth that eating watermelon and milk is bad?

Accepted Answer

Myths: We do not use the words bad or good in health care.  The food you mention are eaten daily by millions of people. These foods are both HIGH sugar foods and so people with diabetes or obesity, which are both 'sugar' problems should probably limit or avoid these foods, But, in general they are not unhealthy.

Question 10

can i eat watermelon if im on a sugar-free diet.?

Accepted Answer

Sugar: Watermelon is almost entirely sugar and water!

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