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Can the sugar in fruit cause diabetes?

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

No: Sugar itself doesnt cause diabetes. Being overweight with subsequent insulin resistance can lead to diabetes.When insulin resistance occurs, processed sugars and processed foods can further contribute to the diabetes.

Dr Willson agreed

Answered 4/1/2015

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My type 2 diabetes is under good control A1c 5.1, but love to eat 6 large bananas and fruits daily. How many grams of natural sugar I am limited to.?

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