Lime is probably one of the healthiest foods available. Add a dash of it in your favorite dish for flavor, make a lemonade, or a pickle; lime adds flavor and zest in food. Adding lime juice in a diabetes diet plan certainly has a lot of benefits as it is packed with nutrients and antioxidants.
Benefits of lime juice in a diet plan for diabetic patient
- Lime juice is a good source of Vitamin C
- Lime juice assists in weight loss
- Polyphenols present in lime reduces insulin resistance
- It is full of antioxidants like hesperidin, and naringin
- Peel of lime is known to reduce blood sugar levels
- They are known to reduce high blood pressure and reduce risk of heart problems
- Lime juice contains other nutrients like beta carotene, calcium, folate, potassium, and magnesium
Calories in Lime Juice (100 gm.)
Calories | 25 Kcal |
Protein | 0.42 gm. |
Fat | 0.07 gm. |
Saturated Fat | 0.01 mg. |
Carbohydrates | 8.42 gm. |
Fiber | 0.4 gm. |
Sodium | 2 mg. |
Potassium | 117 mg. |
Calcium | 14 mg. |
Iron | 0.09 mg. |
Zinc | 0.08 mg. |
Vitamins in Lime Juice (100 gm.)
Vitamin B2 | 0.01 mg. |
Vitamin B6 | 0.04 mg. |
Vitamin B9 | 10 μg. |
Vitamin C | 30 mg. |