If you’re a diabetic, and have been asking questions like:
Can a diabetic drink gatorade zero?
Please pay attention.
Here’s why.
If you read this blog post to the end, I’ll reveal the most important diabetes education you’ve read in a long while.
Here’s what it’ll do for you,:
- It’ll put more money in your pocket, as you’ll know for sure drinks that are not diabetic friendly.
- Reduce your risk of diabetes complications, because you can avoid blood sugar spikes.
- Help you improve insulin sensitivity,
But there’s more.
You will discover:
- A healthy homemade alternative that’s easy to make…3 minutes or less.
- Cost less than 13 cents.
- Improve insulin sensitivity,
- But most importantly reduce hyperglycemia (blood sugar spikes)
And most important of all.
- It would save you hard earned dollars in the future from buying pills and potions to lower your blood sugar, if you get addicted to these zero sugar drinks.
Seems like I’m making too much promises right?
However, if you are like me years ago and have been asking questions like;
- Can diabetic drink gatorade?
- What is the best drink for diabetic besides water?
- Do doctors recommend gatorade zero?
- Does gatorade contain fake or artificial sugar?
And lots of other questions that might get you worked up.
Don’t get overwhelmed.
Managing blood sugar is a big deal if you don’t give up drinking your favorite sport drink.
Take a deep breath and relax.
I get it. There are more zero sugar drinks labeled diabetic friendly in the market today…
Who can you trust to tell you the truth about these products?
Can you hope on food and brevages companies who profit from these products to tell you the truth?
This article on prediabeteshub.com is my no bs, no hold back on:
Secrets all diabetics need to know about:
- Gatorade zero,
- Spot drinks
- And the so-called zero sugar drinks.
But that’s not all.
If you keep reading, I’ll reveal my favorite alternative to Gatorade zero.
It’s endorsed by Dr. Ted Broer of healthmasters.com and Dr. Jason fung.
If all these sound interesting enough, then let’s get going.
However, let me answer the question: can diabetic drink gatorade zero?
Can diabetics drink gatorade zero?
No, diabetics should not drink gatorade zero because gatorade zero has a high glycemic index of 89, which can raise blood sugar level quickly, and lead to diabetic complications.
If you’re a diabetic, or caring for a diabetic, please pay attention
People with diabetes should steer clear of these sport drinks.
Here’s why.
Gatorade can cause a slight change in blood sugar levels even in moderation.
But that’s not all.
Even the so-called sugar-free (or zero sugar version of sports drinks can put you at risk of hypoglycemia.
which can trigger diabetic complications.
But Cara it uses zero sugar, why would it spike my blood sugar?
You’re right to ask these question.
Let’s ask ourselves a few questions that’s empowering.
- Is it healthy to drink 8 teaspoon of sugar as a diabetic?
- Will a drink with a glycemic index of 89 raise your blood sugar levels?
I’m sure you can see better, let me ask you another question.
- Will a glycemic index of 89 be ok for your blood sugar level as a diabetic?
- Will corn syrup, and other artificial sweeteners have an effect on your blood sugar level?
If your answer to these questions is yes.
Write this down.
it means you’ve empower yourself to take a critical look at gatorade zero.
But that’s not all.
As you continue to read
- You’ll understand why advice to drink Gatorade in moderation are BS.
- You’ll discover two simple ingredients in Gatorade that’s a concern (huge risk) for diabetics.
- A stabilizer in Gatorade nobody talks about.
- Why diabetic should ditch alternative like coca- cola,powerade and vitamin water.
But here’s what is empowering.
I’ll reveal why all diabetic must consider drinking brevages without artificial sugar that won’t spike blood sugar levels
But that’s a spit in the bucket.
I’ll show you a great alternative that would cost you less than 13 cents and would improve insulin sensitivity.
But here’s what’s interesting about these Gatorade alternative.
Any diabetic can enjoy these Gatorade alternatives without the risk of blood sugar spikes.
If these sound like something you’d share with your friends and families then keep reading.
Does gatorade affect blood sugar levels?
Yes, Gatorade has a high glycemic index of 89, and can raise blood sugar level, and lead to diabetic complications.
If you get nothing else from this article please don’t forget.
A glycemic index of 89 means Gatorade is rapidly digested, absorbed and metabolize causing spikes in blood sugar level.
Recent Cochrane Systematic Review has shown low glycemic index diet (drink and food) offer
better blood glucose control.
This is based on measured glycated hemoglobin A1c test
(HbA1c).
But that’s not all
It also causes fewer hypoglycemic episodes.source
If you are a diabetic reading this I want you to note that you’re special.
This is why the Diabetes UK have advice against buying products targeted at Diabetics.
I want you to get this: your goal should be how to manage your blood sugar level without worries, fears and anxiety.
There are many so-called sugar-free or zero sugar drinks in the market.
Let me empower you to know for sure ingredients that can raise your blood sugar level.
Hope that’s great right?
Here’s a short list of sugar in the so-called diabetic friendly drinks that can raise blood sugar.
- Dextrose
- Maltodextrin
- Maple syrup
- Sucrose
- Honey
- Agave syrup
- Sucralose
- High fructose corn syrups.
- Aspratene
- Corn syrups.
These sugars will raise blood sugar level when eaten or drank by diabetics.
But that’s not all.
Gatorade zero and the so-called zero sugar drinks contain more than one of these sugars.
I just said something very important: make sure you don’t gloss over it.
In fact let’s make a demonstration.
Take a look at the labels of the so-called diabetic friendly zero sugar drinks at home right now.
I’m certain they contain these ingredients in the list, right?
If you avoid these so-called sugar-free drinks with these sugar, and other sports drinks with artifical sweetners.
Here’s what will happen: you can easily avoid elevated blood sugar and it’s complications.
But there’s more.
You’ll save yourself hard earned dollars buying pills and potion to lower your blood sugar level.
I just said something very important: make sure you write it down.
A penny in prevention is better than thousands of dollars on pills and portions to lower blood sugar.
If you continue to read this blog, I’ll show you alternatives
- Prediabetics
- Type II Diabetic and even
- Type 1 Diabetic can drink without…
blood sugar spikes, or diabetic complications,
but that’s not all.
It’ll help improve insulin sensitivity and it costs less than 13 cents.
How many teaspoon of sugar are there is gatorade?
Gatorade has 8 teaspoon (34g) of sugar, in 20 ounces US fluid (590ml bottle). This is between 4-5 times the USAD daily recommended maximum.
However, the American
Heart Association recommend
maximum of 25g and 36g sugar
per day for women and men respectively. Source
Beware of commercials telling you diabetic can benefit from drinking Gatorade.
Here’s why.
Gatorade contains sucrose-dextrose mixture and monopotassium phosphate.
These ingredients will raise blood sugar levels of any diabetic.
If you’re a diabetic, it’ll be better to skip drinking gatorade, and rather look for a healthier alternative.
As you continue to read this blog post i’ll show you a healthier alternative.
But that’s not all
It’ll safe you money, and help improve insulin sensitivity.
Do doctors recommend gatorade to diabetics?
The short answer to this question is No, doctors or dietitians do not recommend gatorade because Gatorade has a high glycemic index, (89) and can raise blood sugar level quickly.
This might be a marketing gimmick to sell more gatorade drink.
Here’s why
in 1992, Gatorade paid the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) $250,000.
But that’s not all.
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is a partner of Gatorade still date. Source
However here’s what’s interesting about Gatorade.
In 2010 Arnold Schwarzenegger sponsored a bill (SB 1295) seeking ban on sale of Gatorade and other sports drinks in California schools.
But that’s not all.
In 2015, the University of
California, San Francisco follow suit.
The university stop the sale of sodas, sports and energy drinks in retail stores, cafeterias, and vending machines on campus. Source
Here’s why.
This was because of health concerns about the presence of calories, carbs and sodium in Gatorade and other so-called healthy drinks.
But that’s not all.
In 2013 PepsiCo removed brominated vegetable oil used as Stabilizer (BVO) in all it’s USA products amidst health concerns.
Brominated vegetables oil was outlaw in Europe, Japan and Indian 23 years earlier. Source
But there’s more.
The Aid agency AmeriCare was critiqued by Dr. Michael
Toole, an epidemiologist at the
Centers for Disease Control.
Here’s why.
Gatorade was supplied as oral
rehydration solution to victim of the Rwanda genocide in Zaire to help cholera victims. Source
The New York times has an article when compassion is not enough.
For the record here’s what I’d tell Dr Michael Toole.
Gatorade or any drink is better than nothing.
Shout out to the folkes at AmeriCares this is my thank you 30 years too late.
If you’re a diabetic please note.
Gatorade was first made as an oral rehydration therapy by Quaker oats company and not for diabetics.
The National Institute for Health
and Clinical Excellence in the United Kingdom (NICE) advice thealth professionals thus…
“Discourage the use of foods marketed specifically for
people with diabetes”. Source
Here’s the final nail to the coffin to this argument.
The American Diabetes Association advise all diabetics to avoid sugar-sweetened beverages.
If you’re like me, I’m sure you’d agree with me that no doctor would recommend such a drink to a diabetic, right?
As you continue to read: I’ll show you why despite all these Gatorade continue to expand.
And what to do to avoid the side effects from sodas, sport and energy drinks.
Which is better gatorade or water?
The short answer to this question is that water is a better drink for diabetics to stay hydrated than gatorade especially if practice or competition last less than an hour.
Here are the reasons why water is better than gatorade for diabetics.
- Water has a glycemic index of zero compared to gatorade with glycemic index of 89
- Water does not spike blood sugar level, while gatorade spike blood sugar level.
- Water can help improve gut health and digestion while gatorade does not.
- Everyone can drink water without worrying about blood sugar spikes. while those with heart or kidney dieases can’t drink gatorade without side effects.
If you’re a diabetic please pay attention.
Don’t fall for sales team telling you soft drinks hydrate you better than water.
Gatorade was developed by Robert cade for the Gator of university of Florida to help replenish carbs of his team.
Water should be the primary source of hydration for children and adults.
Here’s what they won’t tell you.
Gatorade contains more sugar extra carbs and sodium which can have effects on children.
You’ll be flat out derelict in your responsibility to your health looking for any healthy drink than water.
I know water tastes bland and boring. I get it.
I’ll show you what you can do….
It’ll empower you to drink tasty water…so that it improves insulin sensitivity.
Gatorade vs Vitamin water
The main difference between gatorade and vitamin water is that gatorade is made from a mixture of water, natural flavor, salt, sugar, dextrose, food dyes and colorings, while vitamin water is made from mixture of water, different types of minerals and vitamins, and crystalline fructose.
Also, vitamin water is well known for its subtle taste unlike Gatorade with strong flavor.
Both are drinks suitable for athletics after a hard strenuous exercise.
Here’s why.
It helps replenish the body lost electrolyte and fluids after intense sweating.
If you’re a diabetic, i want you to know that gatorade are not made for diabetics.
Here’s why.
Gatorade has different varieties of artifical sugar ranging from fructose, saccharine and sucrose-dextrose varieties
These ingredients that can increase blood sugar level.
However, If you still decide to drink gatorade.
Here’s my advice.
Limit portion size to small quantity, or better still try the alternative at the end of this blog post.
Liquid IV and Gatorade
The main difference between liquid iv and gatorade is that liquid iv contains more electrolytes ( sodium and potassium) than gatorade. Also, liquid IV also has less sugar and calories compared to Gatorade.
However, these drinks were not specifically made for diabetics.
Here’s the reason why.
It’s because of their high sodium contents which increase risk of diabetic complications.
What can I drink instead of gatorade?
Any diabetic can drink 9 ounces of lemon and iced water sweetened with stevia instead of gatorade or ordinary water.
iced water sweetened with stevia is best for diabetes because
- It does not spike blood sugar levels.
- It help improve insulin sensitivity
- It helps promote gut health.
- It reduces cravings for sugary brevages like gatorade and energy drinks.
This is based on research by Dr Ted Broer.
Ted broer given the speech: Top ten foods never to eat in cities across america.
But that’s not all.
It’s also backed by research from Harvard and Stanford university.
You’ll be flat out derelict in your responsibility as a diabetic not to put these tips to use.
As you read to the end I’ll show you how to make these healthier alternatives and enjoy with your families and friends.
And enjoy without worrying about blood sugar spikes.
What can diabetic drink besides water?
A diabetic can drink 9 ounces of water sweetened with stevia and lemon juice, instead of ordinary water.
iced lemon water sweetened with stevia is best for diabetes because
- It does not spike blood sugar levels.
- It improve insulin sensitivity.
- It helps promote gut health.
- It can help reduces cravings for other sugary drinks like gatorade, and energy drinks.
This is the best drinks for diabetics because it does not contain added sugar or preservatives.
Every ingredient is 100 percent natural, no added sweetener or sugar.
What’s the difference between gatorade and zero gatorade?
The main difference between gatorade zero and gatorade is than zero gatorade has less than 10 carbs and contains zero sugar because it does not contain dextrose or modified corn starch, while gatorade contains up to 150 carbs because it has sugar, dextrose and modified corn starch which increases it sugar content.
Calories in both are different because they use different ingredients which can increase blood sugar level quickly.
Here’s what’s important if you’re a diabetic.
Gatorade zero and gatorade will spike your blood sugar irrespective of the sugar used, because they digest easily which can lead to spike in blood sugar level.
If you’re like me, years ago, who drank anything to satisfy my cravings, please read carefully.
Limit portion size as to those recommended by American Diabetes Association.
What is the disadvantages of gatorade
Tooth decay and dental issues, high blood pressure, weight gain, and kidney issues are the side effects of drinking Gatorade in it’s various varities.
Here’s why.
- Gatorade has at least 8 teaspoon of sugar which contains 15 calories which is too much for diabetics.
- Gatorade has a high glycemic index of 89, which can easily spike blood sugar level leading to diabetic complications.
- Gatorade contains lots of sodium that’s more than the daily intake recommended by the fda and the American Diabetic Association.
- Gatorade can increase risk of food craving because of its low fiber content
But that’s not all,
The presence of high fructose corn syrups would make you drink and still crave for more.
Are zero sugar drinks ok for diabetics?
The simple answer to this question is No, diabetics can’t enjoy zero sugar drinks, diabetic should follow the advise of the American Diabetes Association.
“Avoid simple sugar like juice and sugar-sweetened beverages”. Source
However, let me empower you to know for sure if you can drink these so called zero sugar drinks,
Be true and sincere to yourself and answer this question.
Can you trust the food industry that makes millions of profit selling their drinks to tell you about its side effects to diabetics?
Here’s what i’d years ago that empowered me to find a healthier alternative. And make sure you put it to use.
I read lots of books, did research on thousands of government websites, comb the Fda database for sugar that can spike blood sugar levels.
Here’s what you can benefit from my research backed by professionals like Dr Ted Broer, Dr Jason Fung, and other diabetics and wellness advocates.
Check for the following ingredients in any so-called diabetic friendly drinks.
Here’s why.
Ibecause they have been proven to spike blood sugar levels.
- Aspartame
- sucralose,
- high fructose corn syrups
- Dextrose
- Maltodextrin
- Maple syrup
- Sucrose
- Honey
- Agave syrup
If you can spot any of these ingredients in the so-called diabetic friendly drinks, it’s safe to say it’ll spike your blood sugar level.
Therefore you can avoid or even limit its consumption according to the American diabetes association guidelines.
Can diabetic drink zero coke?
The simple answer to this question is NO, diabetics should not drink zero coke because zero coke contains artificial sweeteners like sucralose, high fructose corn syrups, and these artificial sweeteners can raise blood sugar level for diabetics.
Rather if you’re a diabetic, read to the end as I show you a proven soda option: lemonade you can drink,
But here’s what’s interesting.
You can also share with your families and friends without worries about blood sugar spikes.
Is Gatorade zero good for your kidney?
The simple answer to this question is no, Gatorade zero is not good for the kidney because its total amount of sodium is more than the daily recommended intake by fda, kidney association and the American Diabetes Association.
Here’s tips you’ll never get from many Diabetic blog.
South African exercise. physiologist Tim Noakes reveal that Cynthia Lucero pass away due to exercise-associated hyponatremic encephalopathy.
Here’s why
She was drinking Gatorade at
“the rate recommended by the
advertisements”.
But that’s not all.
Gatorade zero has advertised it brand with celebrities like Michael Jordan, Tiger woods.
But that’s not all
Gatorade is the official sports drink of: he NFL, MLB , NBA, WNBA , USA Basketball.
But there’s more.
Gatorade is also the official drink for NHL Association of Volleyball Professionals, and the Indian Super. League.
How to prepare a healthy gatorade alternative(lemonade stevia)
If you make these lemonade recipes, you won’t believe how easy, refreshing, simple and sweet it feels making lemonade with stevia, but here’s what is important.
It can help replace gatorade and other so-called zero sugar and diabetic friendly drinks that can spike your blood sugar, and increase your risk of diabetic complications.
Serving size 4
INGREDIENTS LIST
- 3 pieces of lemon.
- 1 quart of water
- 2 tsp of Stevia
- Few sprigs of peppermint added to inprove taste and flavor.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Use a citrus reamer to juice the 3 lemons.
- Use a strainer to strain the seeds from the juice, and put the juice in a quart pitcher.
- Add cold water and 1 tablespoon of Stevia to taste.
- Add more stevia until you get a taste that’s sweet for you. Or your family
- Add sprigs of peppermint to increase its taste and flavor.
- Serve to families and friends with iced with a slice of sprigs of peppermint.
Conclusion
If you’ve read to the end of this post, i say a big congratulations, i might not know you, but i’m certain about one thing.
I know you care about your health, and have been asking any of these questions.
Can diabetic drink gatorade? or Does gatorade contain sugar? and many more questions.
However, if you’ve read to the end of this blog post i’m sure you’d have your fear, doubt and concern about gatorade, and other so-called diabetic drinks answered.BUT THAT’S NOT ALL.
I’m sure you would try my alternatives and also tell millions of diabetics out there.
Here’s my final verdict about anyone asking these questions: can a diabetic drink gatorade?
If you care about managing diabetic without worries, fears and anxiety, or wasting your hard earned dollars on pills and potions to lower your blood sugar, then please pay attention.
Gatorade drinks and other varieties should be avoided just like a cat would avoid water, because of their high glycemic index, and can spike blood sugar level.
Gatorade was not made for people with diabetes, kidney or heart problems, Remember as a diabetic you are different.
If you get nothing else from this blog post but this then you have got the best diabetic education out there.
Here’s all we have discussed so far, and i urge you to share with families, friends and relatives.
- Alternatives to gatorade any diabetic can enjoy without worrying about blood sugar spikes.
- List of sugars to look out for when buying gatorade or other so called diabetic friendly drinks.
I know you’re a good person, and would love to help someone out there, right?
Let me ask you a question.
Can I trust you to be a hero to millions of diabetic?
Would it be a huge burden to help the thousands of diabetics who have taken gatorade as the gospel, drinking gatorade without any precautions to reduce their risk of heart and kidney disease from its sodium content?
Here’s your opportunity to help millions of diabetic across the world, a chance to touch lives with a diabetic education that can make a difference for years to come.
I urge you not to read this far, and pass up the opportunity to help just one diabetic.
I understand this will take a few minutes of your time, but he health of millions of diabetics is on the line.
Please, share these posts to any diabetic community on facebook pinterest twitter and other social media.
It’ll be a message of hope and courage to millions of diabetic.
I wan to remember you’re diagnosed, you’re not defeated.
Cara becca
PS: Let’s create a Revolution, let’s show the world one can live with diabetes without worries, fears and anxiety. Neither does one have to be on pills and portions for life.
Let me ask you a question.
Why should the best information about taking worries, fears and anxiety from diabetics be only accessible to only a few smart people like you?
Help millions of diabetics: send an email to a friend, tweet or share on facebook or just do something to get the word out there to millions of diabetics.
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Remember you’re diagnosed, you are not defeated.