Pre-Diabetic? Worst Drink

Your doctor might have recommended avoiding certain foods and beverages or large portions. Your healthcare provider may have recommended some restrictions for you.

We have some good news! We have good news! However, there is one exception, or rather a category of exceptions–sugar-sweetened beverages.

All types of soda, including juice and sweet tea, fall under this category because they contain added sugar, making them extra sweet. A single bottle of soda can contain up to 70g of sugar and 240 calories. This is a lot of sugar and calories for very little nutrition.

Sneaky sugars can be found even in health-conscious brands. Some products, such as bottled teas, sports drinks, and healthy water, may contain high added sugars. These products may not be as good as they claim. Also, read these Drinking Habits to Avoid if You’re Pre-Diabetic. Sugar-sweetened drinks offer more calories and very little return. Soda and juice are typically not very filling or satisfying. These choices may increase calories but not increase energy, fullness or hunger.

They can cause a blood sugar rollercoaster.

Blood sugar swings can be caused by foods and drinks high in sugar, but low in fiber, protein, fat, and other macronutrients. Sugar-sweetened drinks can quickly spike blood sugar levels without other macronutrients. This can cause a spike in energy and then a crash shortly after the sugars have been absorbed.

How sugar-sweetened drinks can affect your liver

To sweeten added-sugar drinks, many drinkers use high fructose corn syrup to sweeten them. HFCS has been associated with an increase in non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Scientists believe increased fat deposits cause fatty liver due to excess fructose intake.

Alternatives to unhealthy foods

Choose low-sugar, balanced options to improve blood sugar levels. You can hydrate in other ways than sweets.

• Sparkling water
• Diet sodas
• Low sugar juice
• Herbal teas
• Water with lemon
• Unsweetened coffee
• Black tea
• Low-sugar electrolyte drinks