{"id":11891,"date":"2022-06-06T09:11:28","date_gmt":"2022-06-06T09:11:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/?p=11891"},"modified":"2024-06-18T16:43:21","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T11:13:21","slug":"diabetes-and-cheese-is-cheese-suitable-for-diabetics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-cheese-is-cheese-suitable-for-diabetics\/","title":{"rendered":"Diabetes and Cheese | Is Cheese Suitable For Diabetics?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-cheese-is-cheese-suitable-for-diabetics\/#Benefits_of_Cheese_for_people_with_Diabetes\" title=\"Benefits of Cheese for people with Diabetes\">Benefits of Cheese for people with Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-cheese-is-cheese-suitable-for-diabetics\/#Diabetes_and_Cheese_Risks_Of_Cheese_For_People_With_Diabetes\" title=\"Diabetes and Cheese | Risks Of Cheese For People With Diabetes\">Diabetes and Cheese | Risks Of Cheese For People With Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/diabetes-and-cheese-is-cheese-suitable-for-diabetics\/#Diabetes_and_Cheese_How_To_Eat_Cheese\" title=\"Diabetes and Cheese | How To Eat Cheese?\">Diabetes and Cheese | How To Eat Cheese?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Cheese is the most commonly used ingredient in many households. It is delicious and also helps you in staying satiated. But can you eat cheese being a diabetic? Therefore, diabetes and cheese remains a commonly asked question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/beatoapp.com\/\/lps\/inapp-beato-paid-coach-consult-web?id=2400330&#038;campaignid=2400330&#038;source=2400330&#038;utm_content=%2Fblog%2Fwp-json%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fposts%2F11891\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png\" class=\" wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-300x88.png 300w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-768x225.png 768w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-420x123.png 420w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-840x246.png 840w, https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Blog-banner-1-150x44.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheese is used in almost every continental and Italian dish. It is difficult to avoid it entirely. However, there are healthier and diabetes-friendly ways of enjoying your favourite dishes. Use diabetes friendly ingredients and cooking methods and also, do not exceed the recommended portion size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/QFsP3BpzDmkMNOxBpgGXNmcNY0CwZb_NsjB3BixdJu6Ix8Ik2KGYdK_yAQPtynr4onj66i4ItzjXGa5Av2LtN_RYeT9n45Fx_gmWZJt_lypWKrUlkVc8sOxeVBwkS2A8sBHaM2IyxqmYf08hQw\" alt=\"Diabetes and cheese\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.oduv3hgsbhp1\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Cheese_for_people_with_Diabetes\"><\/span>Benefits of Cheese for people with Diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheese is rich in calcium and also in protein. Let us understand a few other benefits of cheese-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Helps in managing your sugar levels<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheese contains little or no carbohydrates and therefore, it has a low glycemic index. But this can vary for different varieties of cheese. You should always check the glycemic index of the food items you consume in order to ensure that they do not lead to a spike in your sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rich in protein<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cheese is rich in protein which is recommended for a diabetic diet. It also gives you a feeling of fullness and it can help you stay satiated for a longer duration. It will also help you avoid unhealthy foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Helps in avoiding the risk of Type 2 Diabetes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In a study conducted in 2012, it was proven that eating 2 slices of cheese in a day can help avoid the risk of Type 2 diabetes. If you have any doubts about how it can affect your sugar levels, you should always speak to your healthcare professional. They will give you the right guidance on what you can or cannot include in your diabetic diet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/best-calcium-rich-foods-for-diabetics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" title=\"\">Best Calcium-Rich Foods For Diabetics<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/-hSSt_H5Fohwsg14LWhQqocW-8TgLbnvpFp4CxrbFi-6lOFDpU5e8EZEyaVlzBtmHzpAjxFkcLveeMe6T-M7aJV9s0PHjY3BkqEn8Jhpowuuo7Z7S58eq-uLfCCgqSBQbyuzlcUiV5Yvt_gVzw\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.keu3ygwi8iie\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_and_Cheese_Risks_Of_Cheese_For_People_With_Diabetes\"><\/span>Diabetes and Cheese | Risks Of Cheese For People With Diabetes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If cheese is not eaten in the right portion size, it can prove to be detrimental for diabetics. Here are some risks that are associated with cheese-<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>High In Fat And Calories<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is recommended that saturated fat should be eaten in moderation and that too from plant sources such as avocados, nuts, seeds, oils, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dairy Allergies Or Intolerance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people are intolerant of cheese and other dairy products. They should look for other sources of protein such as nuts. They need to contain an appropriate amount of protein as a part of their diabetic diet. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>High In Sodium<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People having diabetes should look out for the sodium present in food items. Sodium can lead to a high blood pressure which can lead to cardiovascular diseases. The sodium content of different cheeses can also vary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/uWt1-K8cLXs5TVimyenQLmdzx3BrVeCYzrpKxbPddxutu2WPdHG8swUws5H3BGnzYQ_W9GKPh_ndSvli8w0H1_439bt75dtGyTHMLGwUe3oKbNr7DxTOPKEixIJbtdNA8NQLNszqTDweSaZbUA\" alt=\"\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h.a48vvbru3mp2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diabetes_and_Cheese_How_To_Eat_Cheese\"><\/span>Diabetes and Cheese | How To Eat Cheese?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should avoid processed cheese at all costs. You should always opt for natural cheese which has a low sodium content. Feta and Edma cheese have a low sodium content. On the other hand, cheese such as mozzarella and Emmental have less sodium content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As cheese has a low GI, they can be paired with foods which contain a high GI. You can enjoy it with snacks such as a mini pizza, apple, grain bread or vegetables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can include cheese as a part of your diabetic diet after consulting your doctor or health coach. If you feel unsure, you can do a quick sugar check after having it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly monitor your sugar levels and consume a healthy diet. Also, you should have a regular workout regime. All of these practices will keep your sugar levels under control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id%3Dcom.healtharx.beato%26referrer%3Dutm_source%253Dadmob%2526utm_medium%253DWebsiteBlog_CheeseForDiabetics_JuneBlog%2526anid%253Dadmob&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1654509936308066&amp;usg=AOvVaw3T9AXhOr3Bix_Hz7Du3Yf6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Keep monitoring your sugar levels with BeatO.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":10,"featured_media":11892,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[732],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11891","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-nutrition-and-food"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11891"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/10"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=11891"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11891\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":32496,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/11891\/revisions\/32496"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/11892"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=11891"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=11891"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beatoapp.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=11891"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}