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In the daily diet of diabetic patients, how to choose suitable foods is an important topic. Many patients have misconceptions about food choices, some even believe that people with high blood sugar cannot eat “vinegar.” As a doctor, I will share some experiences about diabetic diet, especially for people with high blood sugar, how to choose vegetarian diets rationally, and three types of vegetarian diets that should be eaten less.
One, basic principles of diabetic diet
The dietary principles of diabetic patients are mainly to control total calorie intake, balance nutrition, and maintain stable blood sugar. Here are some basic principles:
Low sugar: reduce sugar intake to avoid drastic blood sugar fluctuations.
Low fat: reduce fat intake to prevent obesity and cardiovascular diseases.
High fiber: increase dietary fiber intake to help control blood sugar and cholesterol.
Moderate protein: ensure adequate protein intake to maintain normal body functions.
Two, misunderstanding about “vinegar”
Some people think that people with high blood sugar cannot eat “vinegar,” which is actually a misconception. Moderate vinegar intake is beneficial for diabetic patients. The acetic acid in vinegar can help slow down the emptying rate of food in the stomach, thereby reducing the speed of postprandial blood sugar rise. In addition, vinegar can also increase insulin sensitivity, helping with blood sugar control. However, it is important to note that vinegar should not be consumed in excess or on an empty stomach to avoid irritating the gastric mucosa.
Three, three types of vegetarian diets to eat less
High starch vegetables: such as potatoes, yams, lotus roots, etc., these foods contain a large amount of starch, which will be converted into glucose in the body, leading to high blood sugar. Diabetic patients should eat them in moderation and include them in the staple food calculation.
High sugar fruits: although fruits are healthy vegetarian foods, certain fruits such as lychee, mango, grapes, etc., have high sugar content, so diabetic patients should eat them less. You can choose low-sugar fruits such as apples, pears, cherries, and consume them in moderation between meals.
Processed vegetarian products: such as vegetarian chicken, vegetarian duck, etc., these foods contain a lot of oil, salt, and additives during processing, which are not conducive to blood sugar control. Diabetic patients should choose natural, unprocessed vegetarian foods.
Four, how to choose vegetarian diets rationally
Choose low-sugar vegetables: such as green leafy vegetables, tomatoes, cucumbers, etc., these vegetables have low sugar content and are nutritionally rich.
Control cooking methods: try to use steaming, boiling, and cold mixing methods with low fat, reduce deep-frying and braising.
Pay attention to food combinations: reasonable food combinations, such as coarse and fine matching, vegetable and protein matching, help with blood sugar control.
The dietary management of diabetic patients is a long-term and complex process, requiring patients to choose food rationally based on their own conditions. For people with high blood sugar, moderate vinegar consumption is acceptable, but attention should be paid to the intake of three types of vegetarian foods: high starch vegetables, high sugar fruits, and processed vegetarian products. Through scientific dietary management, diabetic patients can effectively control blood sugar, reduce the risk of complications, and improve quality of life.
As a doctor, I recommend that diabetic patients adjust their diet under the guidance of a professional nutritionist to ensure the balance and safety of their diet. Let’s work together to bring a healthier life to diabetic patients through proper diet.
