Can you believe that people are willing to pay $600+ for a blender? (Guilty with my Vitamix!)
Blenders are literally in every households—and for a very good reason. From creamy soup to tangy sauces, to infamous breakfast smoothies and even pancakes, this kitchen tool is beloved by both chefs and beginner cooks.
Although blenders are often accompanied by a ‘healthy’ vibe, people with diabetes should be cautioned.
Here are 4 reasons why blenders might be doing diabetics more harm than good.
#1. Easy Sugar Overload
Made with real, whole fruits.
Sounds healthy, doesn’t it?
Don’t get me wrong. Fruits are powerful health boosters for both people with and without diabetes. However, those with diabetes need to watch out for the sugar content since it is harder to keep track when gulping down a tall glass of smoothie compared to eating whole fruits.
#2. Satiety Signals
Chewing your foods allow satiety signals to alert the brain on the degree of fullness. This is not to say that chewing and slowly eating will shake off ALL the extra pounds, but it is something to keep in mind.
So you see, drinking your meal instead of eating it can interfere with satiety signals and possibly affect your weight.
#3. The Joy of Eating
People who are creating ‘liquid meals’ to save time are using the blender the wrong way.
We eat more than three times a day and every single day. This action should not be a chore but rather a pleasure. Good food, nice presentation, great companies, awesome atmosphere.
Enjoy this small pleasure in life—no matter how busy you are.
#4. Don’t Eyeball
Most recipes that call for a blender often do not require exact measurement (think smoothie for instance). However, such inaccurate cooking can lead to disastrous consequences for people with diabetes. The biggest mistake they can do is to dump everything in the blender without considering the amount of carb that’s in it.
Another thing to remember is to include a source of protein to help slow down the absorption of sugar. For example, add a handful of nut to your smoothie and cut back on the amount of fruits to create a well-balanced breakfast on the go.
