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As a nutritionist, I often encounter situations where blood sugar gets out of control in diabetic patients. Blood sugar fluctuations not only affect the quality of life of patients but may also exacerbate the condition and lead to complications. Many times, blood sugar instability is closely related to the patient’s daily diet. Below are some foods that may cause blood sugar instability in diabetic patients, as well as how to eat scientifically to stabilize blood sugar, based on my years of experience.
I. Foods that Lead to Blood Sugar Instability
High-sugar foods
High-sugar foods such as candies, sweet drinks, cakes, etc., contain a large amount of simple sugars that quickly enter the bloodstream, causing a rapid increase in blood sugar. Diabetic patients should avoid consuming these foods as much as possible.
High GI foods
GI (Glycemic Index) measures the speed of food causing blood sugar reactions. High GI foods such as white rice, white noodles, white bread, etc., will cause a rapid increase in blood sugar. Diabetic patients should choose low GI foods.
High-fat foods
High-fat foods like deep-fried foods, butter, fatty meat, etc., though not directly causing an increase in blood sugar, excessive fat intake can affect insulin sensitivity, making blood sugar control difficult.
Alcohol
Alcohol can disrupt blood sugar regulation, causing blood sugar fluctuations. Diabetic patients should avoid drinking alcohol as much as possible.
II. Scientific Diet to Stabilize Blood Sugar
Choose low GI staple foods
Diabetic patients should choose low GI staple foods, such as brown rice, oats, buckwheat, whole grains, and miscellaneous bean foods. These foods are rich in dietary fiber, helping to slow down the rise in blood sugar.
(1) Brown rice: Brown rice retains rice bran and germ, rich in dietary fiber, with a low GI value.
(2) Oats: Oats contain abundant beta-glucan, which can effectively lower blood sugar.
Control food portions
Even low GI foods can cause increased blood sugar if intake is excessive. Diabetic patients should rationally control food portions based on their own conditions.
Increase vegetable intake
Vegetables are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, helping to lower blood sugar. Diabetic patients should ensure an adequate intake of vegetables every day.
Moderate intake of high-quality proteins
High-quality proteins help improve insulin sensitivity. Diabetic patients should moderately consume lean meat, fish, eggs, soy products, and other foods rich in high-quality proteins.
Properly balance diet
Properly balancing the diet to ensure nutritional balance. Diabetic patients should combine staple foods, vegetables, meat, soy products, and other foods.
III. Precautions
Regularly monitor blood sugar: Understand the impact of food on blood sugar and adjust the diet structure promptly.
Individual differences: Adjust food types and portions according to personal tastes, physique, and condition.
Seek professional advice: When adjusting diet, consult a nutritionist or doctor for professional advice.
The control of blood sugar in diabetic patients is closely related to diet. By avoiding high-sugar, high GI, high-fat foods, choosing low GI staple foods, and balancing the diet, diabetic patients can effectively control blood sugar and reduce the risk of complications. At the same time, developing good lifestyle habits, engaging in moderate exercise, maintaining a positive mindset, are also vital aspects of diabetes treatment. Let’s work together, eat scientifically, and defeat diabetes!
