The Mid-Autumn Festival is approaching, and families gather together to enjoy the joy of reunion. Mooncakes naturally become an indispensable traditional delicacy for this festival. For diabetic patients, enjoying mooncakes is not forbidden; the key lies in moderation and selection. It is advised to consume one-fourth of a mooncake per day and correspondingly reduce the intake of staple foods with similar calories, as its calorie content is approximately equal to half a bowl of rice. Additionally, considering the high glycemic index of mooncakes, it is more suitable to consume in small amounts multiple times to mitigate blood sugar fluctuations.
Although sugar-free mooncakes available on the market do not contain sucrose and instead use sweeteners, the basic calories from flour, fats, and nuts may still impact blood sugar levels.
On this festive occasion, may everyone enjoy the happiness of the Mid-Autumn Festival and experience harmonious family relationships. A special reminder to diabetic friends, if you wish to taste mooncakes, the primary requirement is good blood sugar control. For example, you can pair a small piece of mooncake with milk and vegetables for breakfast, monitor blood sugar after meals, and adjust the amount of consumption flexibly based on the results. As long as blood sugar is properly managed, moderate enjoyment of holiday delicacies is also possible.
