Republic Lifestyle Desk
These Fruits Have High Sugar Content
Mangoes are relatively high in natural sugar as compared to other fruits. A mango contains almost 46 grams of sugar, and a slice of mango (about 100 grams) contains around 13–20 grams of sugar.
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Grapes also contain compounds that may protect against high blood sugar. Darker grapes have antioxidant molecules that can regulate insulin.
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The most common types of sugar in ripe bananas are sucrose, fructose, and glucose. Bananas are broken down into glucose, which enters the bloodstream before heading to cells for energy.
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Pears are considered one of the fruits with the highest amount of sugar, along with mangoes, pomegranates, and oranges. Pears have a low glycemic index.
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Dates contain a high percentage of carbohydrates, including 44–8 percentage of the total sugars. They also contain fat, protein, vitamins, and dietary fiber.
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Sweet cherries are high in natural sugars, and can range from deep reds that are nearly black to light yellow-pinks.
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Figs are high in sugar and may increase blood sugar levels in the short term. However, fresh figs can be a healthy snack for diabetics with portion control. They are low in glycemic index.
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