👉 Avoid blood sugar spikes with low GI desserts
When it comes to diabetes or blood sugar management, one of the first concerns often involves desserts.
Can we still enjoy it without compromising our health? The answer is yes!
It is entirely possible to enjoy pastries while maintaining stable blood sugar levels.
Here are our tips for enjoying your favorite desserts without feeling guilty and without a blood sugar spike.
👉 Fresh fruits: your sweet allies
Fresh fruits are your best friends for a healthy snack. Whether in fruit salad, homemade compote or simply to munch on, they provide essential fiber that slows down the absorption of sugar and stabilizes blood sugar. Always choose whole fruits over juices or blended fruits, because fiber is largely lost during blending, which can lead to a greater glycemic spike. Fresh fruits are also a good choice.
👉 Add fiber for slower digestion
Fiber plays a vital role in stabilizing blood sugar. It slows down the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, which helps prevent blood sugar spikes. In addition to whole-grain flours, consider adding chia or flax seeds to your desserts or yogurts (prefer unsweetened cottage cheese). These small seeds are rich in fiber and omega-3, perfect for optimal nutritional intake.
👉 Adopt low glycemic index pastries
At Oh Oui !, we have created a range of pastries specially designed to maintain stable blood sugar levels. We use low GI sugars such as coconut blossom sugar, agave syrup or grape sugar in small quantities. Our flours are wholemeal or alternative (chickpea), and we add fiber with oat bran.
Our store located in the heart of Paris offers these pastries and we deliver frozen everywhere in France (except Corsica) thanks to Chronofresh.
You can discover our selection and order directly on our site here .
👉 Tips for successful low GI desserts
Finally, here are some practical tips for your homemade desserts:
- Opt for fruit-based recipes: An apple pie with wholemeal flour crust and agave syrup will be much healthier than a traditional pie.
- Incorporate nuts: Almonds, walnuts and seeds provide fiber, protein and healthy fats that slow the absorption of sugars.
- Experiment with spices: Cinnamon, vanilla, and ginger can add flavor without extra sugar.
By following these tips, you can continue to indulge in delicious and healthy desserts. Diabetes or blood sugar management doesn’t have to mean deprivation. With the right tips and ingredients, every meal can end on a sweet and happy note, without the guilt.
So, are you ready to enjoy pastries without compromising your health?
Discover our recipes and advice for a low GI diet on our blog and stay gourmet while taking care of your blood sugar!
The Oh Oui ! Team
