1 Sugar in moderation, enhances flavor and is essential to many recipes. However, excessive consumption of sugar can cause health problems.  Some recent recommendations suggest not more than 100 calories worth (6 teaspoons) a day for a woman and not more than 150 calories worth (9 teaspoons) for a man.
Hummus, a Middle Eastern specialty, is a great addition to a diabetes-friendly plate. The fiber and protein in chickpeasâ12 grams of dietary fiber and 15 grams of protein per cupâhelp regulate the absorption of the sugars from the starch so your blood sugar stays on an even keel.
In a 100-gram serving, home-prepared hummus provides 177 calories and is an excellent source (20% and higher of the Daily Value, DV) of vitamin B6, manganese and dietary fiber (table). It is a good source (10-19% DV) of protein, vitamin C, folate, phosphorus, iron, zinc, copper and sodium (table).