Diabetes is a metabolic disease. Diabetes itself is not terrible, but the most frightening thing is the serious complications that damage health and may even shorten life. Living conditions have improved, and the number of people with diabetes is increasing. Many people, upon discovering their diabetes, immediately control the intake of desserts, as high blood sugar is believed to be caused by excessive sugar consumption.
Desserts are diabetes accelerators? The 2007 Chinese Type 2 Diabetes Prevention and Treatment Guidelines suggest that those with diabetes should consume sugar in moderation. Foods high in monosaccharides or sugars should not be consumed, as they can cause rapid blood sugar absorption, leading to blood sugar spikes and increased risk of complications.
It is also advisable for diabetes patients to avoid certain types of meats such as pig’s trotters, pig’s liver, sausages, and foods with high cholesterol content as they can exacerbate lipid metabolism disorders.
Regarding vegetables, starchy and high-sugar root vegetables like potatoes, sweet potatoes, and taro should be avoided by diabetes patients. Similarly, fruits like grapes, bananas, lychees, mangoes, and food items high in sugar should be consumed in moderation to prevent blood sugar spikes and complications.
Furthermore, foods with high sugar content like jam, dried fruits, and preserves should be avoided by diabetes patients to reduce the risks of complications. Incorporating buckwheat in the diet can help stabilize blood sugar levels.
Green plants like qingqianliu, snow chrysanthemum, and foods rich in flavonoids can also help stabilize blood sugar levels and prevent diabetes complications.
