Certified diabetes educators and nutrition experts weigh in on the controversial ingredient.
Its important to be aware of how foodand ingredients, like canola oilcan help (or hinder) diabetes.
There are two main types of fats found in the diet: unsaturated and saturated.
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it’s possible for you to include both types of unsaturated fat in a balanced diet.
In fact, many foods contain a blend of bothcanola oil included.
Now, how do these fat types affect someone with diabetes?
Portion size, timing and what ingredient they are swapped for can all impact the health benefits.
Can You Eat Canola Oil If You Have Diabetes?
The short answer: yes.
Palinski-Wade writes, Deep-frying can negatively affect the beneficial components of canola oil, such as alpha-linolenic acid.
Palinski-Wade and Francis shared a few tips to help you enjoy canola oil in a blood-sugar-friendly way.
Consume meals that contain protein, fat and fiber to help stabilize glucose levels.
The neutral flavor of canola oil works well in baked goods.
Need some inspiration to get you started using canola oil in the kitchen?
Consider whipping upEatingWells reader-favorite waffles, whiskingGrandmas favorite vinaigretteormarinating your proteins.
We promise, there is something for everyone!
In fact,canola oil contains zero carbohydrates.
Portion size matters, Francis reminds us.
