1 Sugar in moderation, enhances flavor and is essential to many recipes. However, excessive consumption of sugar can cause health problems.  Some recent recommendations suggest not more than 100 calories worth (6 teaspoons) a day for a woman and not more than 150 calories worth (9 teaspoons) for a man.
Hummus, a Middle Eastern specialty, is a great addition to a diabetes-friendly plate. The fiber and protein in chickpeasâ12 grams of dietary fiber and 15 grams of protein per cupâhelp regulate the absorption of the sugars from the starch so your blood sugar stays on an even keel.
1 Although the reduction of carbs should be discussed with a diabetic dietitian, a general rule is a diabetic should have no more than 20-60 grams of carbs per day, or even less if your blood sugar is constantly too high.2  Eating carbs is like eating sugar.3  It will increase your blood sugar levels without a doubt. Although the reduction of carbs should be discussed with a diabetic dietitian, a general rule is a diabetic should have no more than 20-60 grams of carbs per day, or even less if your blood sugar is constantly too high. 2  Eating carbs is like eating sugar. 3  It will increase your blood sugar levels without a doubt.