Be careful about diabetic or light products. Some foods have the phrases 'sugar free', 'reduced sugar', 'no added sugar' or 'no added sugar' on the packaging. The presence of these phrases does not mean that the food is a healthy food or can be consumed freely. The 'Ingredient' section on the food label must be read. Information such as the amount of fat in the food, the type of fat and the amount of salt are also important. Some 'no added sugar' or 'reduced sugar' foods may contain large amounts of saturated fat, which can lead to impaired heart health.
Dietary products are not products that can contribute to adequate and balanced nutrition; these products may also contain more fat and energy than their non-diet counterparts. For this reason, the nutritional label information of 'diabetic/light products' should be read and the label information should be compared with similar 'diabetic/non-light' products. Although its consumption is not necessary, it should not be consumed without consulting a dietitian, as the issue of how much to consume will vary according to individual differences.
What is the difference between diabetic and light products?
In general, light and diabetic products are mixed in society, and diabetic products are thought to have fewer calories because they are sugar-free.< br />
There are phrases “no sugar”, “reduced sugar”, “no added sugar” or “no added sugar” on the packaging of some foods. The presence of these phrases does not mean that the food is a healthy food or can be freely consumed. The ingredients on the food label must be read. It should be checked whether there are sugar and sugar additives in diabetic products. Information such as the amount of fat in the food, the type of fat, the amount of salt is important.
Comparison of Diabetic Products with Normal Sugar Products
Diabetic Products
It is clearly seen that there is not much difference in terms of energy when compared to the products sold in the market under the name of diabetic / dietetic product and normal sugary foods, and the fat content of some products is ignored.
In addition, overdoing it as a diabetic product will negatively affect the person indirectly, even if it does not directly increase blood sugar.
Light Products
According to the Turkish food codex, a reduction of at least 30% should be achieved in the amount of energy-nutrients compared to a similar product. The only important thing to be aware of is that light is thought to be calorie-free and it is consumed too much, as a result of which the total calories taken will increase, it may be possible for the person to gain weight. It encourages people to eat less.
Whole wheat bread is almost the same as normal bread. Only wholemeal bread is more satisfying.
No calorie: The energy value in 1 serving should not be more than 4 kcal.
Low calorie: The energy value in 100 g solid food should not be more than 40 kcal.
Sugar-free: products that do not contain table sugar.
Therefore, the amount and frequency of diet products should be adjusted by a dietitian in accordance with the diet of the person.
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