Remember that the information presented here is not intended to replace the care of your own doctor. Before making any changes in the management of
your own illness, you should consult your physician or other qualified medical professionals.
Question
Will tomatoes cause an increase in blood sugar levels? I know they are a
fruit and have some carb in them, but are they bad for me?
Answer
The American Diabetes Association actually lists tomatoes as a vegetable.
Per their Exchange Lists for Meal Planning booklet, 1 cup of raw tomato
contains 5 grams carbohydrate and 25 calories. A side note, tomatoes also
contain a phytochemical called lycopene. Lycopene may help to reduce the
risk of prostate cancer and heart disease.
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