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Papaya
पपीता · బొప్పాయి
Tropical fruit rich in vitamin A and digestive enzymes. Medium GI but moderate glycemic load per serving.
60
GI · Medium GI
0Low (55)Med (69)110+
60
Glycemic Index
7
Glycemic Load
150g
Serving Size
60
Calories
Per serving: 1 medium bowl (cubed)
Nutrition per Serving
14g
Carbs
0.7g
Protein
0.2g
Fat
2.5g
Fiber
Tips to Manage Blood Sugar
Best eaten fresh in the morning. Squeeze lime juice over it — the acidity helps lower the effective GI.
GI Source: University of Sydney GI Database
Lower-GI Alternatives
Try these instead for better blood sugar control
Guava (Amrood)
अमरूद · జామ పండు
One of the best fruits for diabetics in India. Very low GI, extremely high in vitamin C, and good fiber content.
North IndianSouth Indian
GL 268 kcal1 medium guava
Apple
सेब · ఆపిల్
Widely available across India. Low GI due to fructose and pectin fiber content. A safe fruit for diabetics.
North IndianSouth Indian
GL 578 kcal1 medium apple