Do you often find yourself checking out how much sugar each food item
you eat contains? Well, when you are diabetic, fruits and vegetables
are the best bet! And when such foods are sugar-free, you just don’t
have to worry at all!
This post talks about those fruits and
veggies that are sugar-free and are super-healthy as well! Go ahead and read!
1.
Lettuce:
Lettuce is incredibly crunchy and is a regular ingredient in most kinds
of green salads. You can binge on lettuce leaves and not even gain an
inch on your waistline. Lettuce is especially healthy for boosting
immunity as it is a rich source of folate, manganese and iron. Lettuce
also contains essential B-vitamins and others like Vitamins A, C, D, E
and K. Lettuce contains around 0.8 g of sugar per 100 g serving, which
is less than 20 times the sugar in a pastry.
2.
Asparagus:
Asparagus has been used in many cultures to treat a variety of
diseases. Asparagus contains zero fat and virtually no sugar, while
containing many other important nutrients, which are quite beneficial
for the body. Although it has been primarily used as a diuretic, it has
also been used to quicken metabolism. It contains vitamins A, C, E, K, B6 and minerals like iron, copper, folate and is also rich in protein.
3.
Broccoli:
This dark leafy green is virtually free of fat and contains little
sugar. However, whatever its shortcomings are, it more than makes up for
the nutrient counts with other essential nutrients. Broccoli is crammed
with vitamins A, C, D, E, K, dietary fiber, calcium and other nutrients
including iron, phosphorous, zinc and potassium. Broccoli also contains
one of the strongest antioxidants and its health benefits include
curing skin problems and purging the body of damage-inducing
free-radicals.
4.
Brussel Sprouts:
Another one of our zero fat and low sugar vegetables, brussel sprouts
are used in many salad recipes and are one of the healthiest options you
can consider. Brussel sprouts also possess anti-carcinogenic properties
which make them effective as a cancer-prevention agent. They are
crammed with phytonutrients that lend them their anticarcinogenic
tendencies. Also known as little cabbage, brussel sprouts are one of the
health foods that aren’t popular with kids due to their relative
tastelessness.
5.
Cabbages:
We know that the little cabbages have featured on this zero fat and
sugar-free list. Well, along with brussel sprouts, their equally
important elder cousin is also a viable low-sugar and low-fat food option. This vegetable contains many nutrients and has many health
benefits. Cabbage is rich in vitamins A, C, D, E and K. It also boasts
of minerals like calcium, iron, magnesium, zinc and sodium.
6.
Grapefruit:
Grapefruit is one of the most effective remedies for cough and cold. The
presence of the all important Vitamin C ensures that this fruit also
protects you from scurvy. This is another one of the zero-fat value
foods, which you can eat without once thinking or worrying about gaining
extra pounds.
7.
Avocado:
One of the most nutritious foods around, and christened the ‘complete
food’ by nutritionists across the globe, avocado is another one of our
low-sugar and low-fat foods. It is especially in rich dietary fiber, and
minerals like potassium and copper, and essential vitamins like E, A,
K, B6, and C. Avocado also contains trace amounts of folate, copper and
protein. It has many health benefits and is used regularly in skin and
hair treatments.
8.
Papaya:
Papaya has numerous health benefits, apart from the fact that it teases
the palate superbly and tastes delicious. Papaya helps promote digestion
through Papains, the chemicals in Papaya that stimulate the digestive
processes. It is also rich in essential vitamins; most notably vitamin
A. The presence of carotene makes papaya a preventive food for cancer.
Its low sodium quality is good for people with cholesterol problems.
Papayas improve skin color and prevent pigmentation and discoloration.
9.
Tomatoes:
Contain decent amounts of Vitamin K; which is essential for building and
strengthening bones. Vitamin K ensures that you maintain good bone
health. It also stimulates a non-collagen protein called osteocalcin,
which is necessary and acts as a catalyst, helping calcium strengthen
your bones. Tomatoes also contain decent amounts of Vitamin A.
10.
Beets:
Beets are full of minerals like potassium, iron, fiber and dietary
fiber. They get their rich color from a potent antioxidant called
betanin. To top it all, beets taste sweet. So, even if you have to avoid
sweets and other sugary foods, you can safely gorge on beets.
Tell us about any other low sugar foods that you enjoy eating. If you
know of any recipes or salads involving low-sugar fruits or vegetables,
please share them with our fellow readers here.
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