Can You Have Oatmeal When You Have Diabetes? DO'S And DON'TS

Can you have oatmeal when you have diabetes? That’s a really good question: no matter how healthy oats actually are, in some cases, you may still notice that they spike your blood sugar levels. But why? Let's find out!

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Oats have a glycemic index score of 55 or lower when prepared with minimal processing, which makes them less likely to cause spikes in blood sugar levels. Half a cup of oats contains 52 grams of carbs, and I know that you may not like what you hear here since it’s a lot. However, it is important to consider that about 8 of these grams come in the form of fiber. And fiber has been shown to have significant blood-sugar-reducing properties.

Keep in mind that The American Diabetes Association notes that adults should eat at least 25–30 grams of fiber each day, but most people don’t even come close. And a serving of oatmeal adds 8 grams of fiber to the diet, making it much easier to reach dietary recommendations. Fiber-rich foods like oatmeal may also help keep you feeling satisfied for longer.

However, oatmeal can be made of different types of oats, and when it comes to blood sugar management, they are not all created equal. It’s really important what kind of oatmeal you choose. The best options are old-fashioned or steel-cut oats. They contain a higher amount of soluble fiber that slows digestion and helps better regulate blood sugar.

But what about those blood sugar spikes after eating oatmeal? Well, there’s a chance that it happens because you choose the wrong type of oats. What you really need to avoid is processed oats, instant oats, and cereal bars. These are highly processed, which means they are digested faster, and the blood sugar increases faster as well. Also, instant oatmeal often has added sugar and other ingredients, so it’s a great possibility that you’ll consume too much of them at one time.

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[rf]

Dont trust anyone !!! Trust your glucose meter.

[MrDarktunes]

I put protein in my oatmeal and some butter. For protein I add wallnuts and I add chiaseed and flaxseed, also for fiber. That makes the spike much lower.

[tatersquad]

You can eliminate the glucose spike from oatmeal if you add some healthy fat from nuts or cream, some protein powder, and even mix in some soluble fiber powder.

[susannerodgers]

Thank you so much for making this easy

[hiddysonday]

I soak mine 24 hours in yoghurt. I then have it with berries, add cinnamon. My reading is under 5 before I have lunch.

[helenmattless]

Oatmeal beneficial for people with diabetes, only if they eat it instead of something worse.Better of with eggs and bacon, no sugar spike with that.

[rf]

if adding fibre to a poison, can we make the poison to a healthy thing?

[johnsonpaul]

It is questionable if ANY grain is human food for anyone.

[noreenduke]

You people don't want people to eat nothing geese

[sheilagiddens]

Can I have grits for breakfast if I'm a diabetic cause I love grits

[davidharber]

Do throw it in the bin, don’t eat it … simples

[victoriaburgess]

Ahhh, fat free milk has more sugar than low fat…fat is okay, we need it. Just depends what type.

[JxT]

you're mentioning instant oatmeal with added sugars. Quaker 1 minute instant oats in the large round container has no added sugar.

[graham]

Why use low fat milk? Surely full fat will spike insulation less.

[Beethechange]

🤣🤣🤣… nope.. a suitable meal plan for diabetes.. is.. no oatmeal