India, Dec. 1 -- Pumpkin pie vs apple pie. The ultimate and age-old Thanksgiving dessert debate is unending. While individuals choose their side dishes based on taste and preferences, nutrition experts also have their own say in this. A recent article published by Health claimed that a person "watching their blood sugar should choose pumpkin pie over apple."

The article further noted that a typical slice of apple pie contains around 30 grams of natural and added sugar, and pumpkin pie is placed slightly lower at around 25 grams. Pumpkin pie is also lower in carbohydrates, which a person's body breaks down into glucose.

Sharon Palmer, MSFS, RDN, a registered dietitian nutritionist from California, told Health that the glycemic load - a m...