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Can diabetics consume pumpkin in large amounts?

Male  35 years old 2018-06-28
I am a diabetic and always like to eat pumpkin. Can diabetics consume a lot of pumpkin?

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  • BY Ina Barton 2018-06-28
    Diabetics can't eat pumpkins in large quantities. It is a long-standing rumor that diabetics eat pumpkins to reduce blood sugar. Pumpkin is not low in carbohydrate (5.3%), and its glycemic index (GI) is 75, which is more than most fruits and vegetables, so it is not suitable for diabetics.
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