Many foods and drinks advertise that they increase your energy, are low-calorie, or low-fat. The fact is, there are several sugar-defeating foods and drinks that are likely to be unhealthy for diabetics. Many foods that masquerade as healthy are actually foods that are sugar-defeating foods.

Nutrition and energy bars

The carb content of nutrition bars is sometimes shocking. There is likely little to no fruit, which you probably thought was the main ingredient. Nutrition bars often contain added sugars.

Store-bought smoothies

A smoothie is healthy, right? The store-bought or smoothie bar smoothie is not as healthy as you think, because they are another example of sugar-defeating foods and drinks. They often contain added sugars.

Make your own healthy smoothie at home.

Yogurt

Yogurt seems like a healthy option for diabetics, but it is another sugar defeating food. Some yogurt has healthy protein and calcium. Make sure that you check the sugar content. Choose low carb options at the store, and skip the mall yogurt bar.

Instant oatmeal

Choose the instant oatmeal, and you may be eating added sugars. Choose oatmeal that contains whole oats and not a refined variety.

Non-dairy Milk

Have you tried the trendy non-dairy milk, such as oatmeal milk or rice milk? These types of milk have a surprisingly high amount of sugar.

Low-fat peanut butter

Low fat does not always mean low sugar. Low-fat peanut butter often contains a higher sugar content than regular peanut butter. Read the labels and compare them to the regular item before purchasing low-fat food.

Everyone may have an occasional cheat day for a special event or holiday. Avoid sugar-defeating foods that can regularly cause sugar spikes.