1. Pure black coffee
Pure black coffee, sugar-free, can be used for diabetic patients. This is a natural source of antioxidants that support anti-inflammatory effects, good for cardiovascular health. Pure black coffee does not contain carbohydrates, so if you drink a small cup after eating enough, you will not worry about high blood sugar.
2. Refrigeration coffee
The reason why chilled coffee can be considered coffee for people with diabetes is because this drink is made from black coffee powder mixed with water at regular temperature and then chilled for 12 - 24 hours. This type of coffee is sugar-free, low in calories, high in caffeine, which helps increase fat burning capacity, improve metabolism, and is good for diabetic patients. Moreover, chlorogenic acid in chilled coffee can also slow down the sugar absorption process, helping to stabilize blood sugar.
3. latte coffee
latte coffee is made from coffee and milk. For people with diabetes, if drinking latte coffee, you need to choose lean, sugar-free milk. People with diabetes can drink latte coffee when full and with a little cinnamon to enhance the flavor.
Patients with diabetes who drink coffee need to pay attention
If you intend to use coffee for people with diabetes, to avoid sudden hyperglycemia, you need to pay special attention to the following issues:
- Do not add sugar, sugary milk or any other sweeteners.
- Do not drink coffee on an empty stomach because it can easily cause sudden blood sugar spikes and affect the stomach. Coffee should be drunk 30 - 60 minutes after breakfast. Patients need to monitor blood sugar after drinking to know the body's reaction.
