Yes, people with diabetes can have melons only if consumed in the optimum quantity.
-Fruits form an important part of the diet plan for people with diabetes. Melons are not only a rich source of water but are also enriched with several vitamins and minerals that are essential for a healthy body.
-However, it is important to take note that melons contain a natural sugar called fructose. Though this form of the sugar is much safer to consume than the table sugar (one that we usually add in our tea, syrups), however it is best to consume melons in an adequate quantity.
-The glycemic index of melons is 72, which is on the higher side. Therefore, it recommended to not consume more than 1 serving a day. A person with diabetes is advised to consume approximately 5 grams of carbohydrate in a day.
-To further minimize the effect of the sugar present in melons, you can team the melons with other fruits that are relatively low in sugar content. Adding a protein source to the bowl of fruits may also help to avoid an unexpected spike in the blood sugar levels.
-Melons being a rich source of dietary fiber (one serving has about 1.4g) and anti-oxidants, can be consumed by people with diabetes in a minimal quantity.