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“Low blood sugar, not even a bit of ginger can be eaten!” The doctor’s words startled Aunt Wang.
Aunt Wang sighed and hung the cool mat on the rope, saying regretfully, “Ah, Sister Liu, my health hasn’t been good recently. The doctor said I have low blood sugar and can’t even eat ginger.”
Sister Liu greeted Aunt Wang with a smile, “Aunt Wang, you are so diligent today!”
Aunt Wang shook her head helplessly, “Yes, the doctor said that low blood sugar patients may experience a further drop in blood sugar and even faint if they eat ginger.”
Sister Liu looked surprised, “What? You can’t even eat ginger? What do you usually do for cooking?”
Aunt Wang shrugged, “Yes, the doctor said that if low blood sugar patients consume ginger, it may further decrease blood sugar levels, and in severe cases, may even lead to fainting.”
Sister Liu nodded thoughtfully, “Did the doctor mention what should be eaten to regulate low blood sugar?”
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Aunt Wang’s eyes lit up, “Yes, the doctor mentioned that there are three kinds of regulator foods that can be eaten freely without worrying about causing low blood sugar.”
Sister Liu curiously asked, “What are these three kinds?”
Aunt Wang smiled, “The first one is red dates, the second one is honey, and the third one is yam.”
Sister Liu suddenly realized, “I have often heard that these three items are nutritious. How should they be consumed specifically?”
Aunt Wang waved her hand, “It’s simple. Red dates can be eaten directly or cooked into porridge, or brewed in tea. Red dates are rich in natural sugars and iron, which helps raise blood sugar levels and promote blood circulation.”
Sister Liu nodded, “What about honey?”
Aunt Wang continued, “Honey can be dissolved in water and consumed, or added to milk or tea. Honey is rich in fructose and glucose, quickly absorbed by the body to raise blood sugar levels, and also has a soothing and laxative effect.”
Sister Liu laughed, “That’s true, honey is indeed a good item. What about yam?”
Aunt Wang chuckled, “Yam can be steamed, cooked into soup, or stir-fried. Yam is rich in various vitamins and minerals, helps regulate blood sugar balance, and also has good digestive system health benefits.”
Sister Liu exclaimed, “It seems like these items are really useful, I should eat more of them.”
Aunt Wang agreed, “Yes, the doctor also specifically advised that low blood sugar patients should eat small meals frequently, avoid long periods of fasting, and consume moderate-sugar fruits such as apples, pears, grapes, etc.”
Sister Liu patted Aunt Wang’s shoulder, “You always enjoy researching these delicacies, now it comes in handy.”
Aunt Wang smiled, “Yes, it’s true. Without researching, I wouldn’t know how important dietary regulation is.”
As they were engrossed in their conversation, Uncle Li from next door also came over, holding a bag of fried chicken pieces and said with a smile, “What are you all talking about? I bought some delicious food, want to taste it together?”
Aunt Wang frowned, “Uncle Li, fried chicken pieces aren’t healthy, it’s best for low blood sugar individuals to consume less fried foods.”
Uncle Li was taken aback, “What do you mean? How does eating these fried chicken pieces relate to low blood sugar?”
Sister Liu hurriedly explained, “Uncle Li, Aunt Wang was just talking about the issue of low blood sugar. The doctor mentioned that it’s better to eat more red dates, honey, and yam while avoiding fried foods.”
Uncle Li chuckled, “You all are too particular, my health is fine as it is.”
Aunt Wang solemnly said, “Uncle Li, you need to pay attention. If low blood sugar is not regulated in time, it could lead to fainting or even sudden death.”
Uncle Li nodded thoughtfully, “Then, how should I consume these items?”
Aunt Wang smiled, “It’s quite simple. Eat a few red dates every day, drink honey dissolved in water in the morning, make various dishes with yam. Eating more of these regulator items is beneficial for your health.”
Uncle Li agreed, “Alright, I’ll go back and try, I’ll consume more of these items.”
Sister Liu patted Uncle Li’s shoulder, “Yes, health is the most important. At our age, we can’t indulge in eating and drinking like we did when we were young.”
Uncle Li sighed, “You’re right, I need to pay more attention to my diet from now on.”
On this sunny morning, Aunt Wang, Sister Liu, and Uncle Li chatted in the yard for a long time. They not only shared their health experiences but also reminded each other, facing life together. For them, health is not only their responsibility but also the best love for their families.
However, health issues in life are endless. Shortly after their conversation, Aunt Wang suddenly thought of a question: since ginger should be avoided for low blood sugar, could other foods also have an impact on low blood sugar?
To find the answer, Aunt Wang decided to consult the doctor again. The doctor explained that indeed many foods can affect blood sugar levels; for instance, high-sugar foods can rapidly raise blood sugar, while high-fat foods can slow down the rise in blood sugar.
The doctor emphasized, “People with low blood sugar need to pay attention to a balanced diet to avoid sudden blood sugar fluctuations.”
Aunt Wang deeply realized, “It seems like I need to pay more attention to my diet in the future, not only to prevent low blood sugar but also for overall health.”
The doctor nodded, “Correct, maintaining good lifestyle habits, regular check-ups, and timely detection of issues can truly prevent them in advance.”
Through this conversation, Aunt Wang understood that health is not just about diet but also involves various other factors.
She decided to not only pay attention to herself but also remind her family and friends around her to focus on health, keep diseases at bay.
In the days to come, Aunt Wang will continue to strive to maintain a healthy lifestyle and face life’s challenges and unknowns together with her neighbors. Health is not only an individual’s responsibility but also a commitment and love to family.
Key notes
People with low blood sugar should eat small meals frequently, avoid prolonged fasting, and consume moderate-sugar fruits such as apples, pears, grapes, etc.
Moreover, many foods can affect blood sugar levels; for example, high-sugar foods can rapidly raise blood sugar, while high-fat foods can slow down the rise in blood sugar.
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Author: Ancient Oasis
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Reference
[1] Duan Mana. Taboo for Eating Ginger in Summer[J]. Medicine and Health, 2006, (06):46.
