Jaggery

Also known as: Gur, bella, vellam

SweetPan-India

PCOS

Limit

Not really. Jaggery is best kept occasional with PCOS. Nutritionally slightly better than sugar but glycemically almost the same. Treat it as sugar, because your bloodstream does.

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Type 2 Diabetes

Limit

Not really. Jaggery is best kept occasional with diabetes. Nutritionally slightly better than sugar but glycemically almost the same. Treat it as sugar, because your bloodstream does.

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Nutrition facts

Glycemic index and serving for Jaggery
Glycemic index≈ 84 (High)
Typical serving1 tsp
Glycemic load≈ 4 per serving (Low)

Jaggery and your condition

PCOS / PCOD

Limit

Not really. Jaggery is best kept occasional with PCOS. Nutritionally slightly better than sugar but glycemically almost the same. Treat it as sugar, because your bloodstream does.

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Type 2 Diabetes

Limit

Not really. Jaggery is best kept occasional with diabetes. Nutritionally slightly better than sugar but glycemically almost the same. Treat it as sugar, because your bloodstream does.

Is jaggery good for diabetes? Full answer →

Medical disclaimer

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