The normality of blood sugar is related to human health, and older people are very prone to blood sugar problems. However, continuous elevation of blood sugar brings impacts that the body cannot bear. It not only leads to diabetes but also damages various organs from the inside out, directly threatening life.
Case:
In a hospital bed, lies a middle-aged man with a pale complexion, sitting next to him is his wife, and they both wear worried expressions. After inquiring, it was known that this middle-aged man is called Lao Zhao (a pseudonym), who was hospitalized a few days ago due to the worsening of diabetes.
Two years ago, Lao Zhao was diagnosed with mild diabetes. Although the condition was not severe, he had to constantly restrain himself to prevent his blood sugar from rising.
As his business grew, he often forgot that he had diabetes and indulged in eating and drinking. Due to his lack of control, his condition worsened day by day. Two days ago, he collapsed and was admitted to the hospital, where his blood sugar was found to be as high as 14.8mmol/L.
After a detailed examination, the doctor found out that the reason for Lao Zhao’s soaring blood sugar was related to a dietary habit he had.
The “first-level blood sugar-raising items” announced by the health organization, most people love to eat or “sprinkle salt” on the pancreas
1. White rice
White rice has a glycemic index of over 80, making it a high-starch food. Especially after cooking, it becomes softer and more digestible. After entering the body, the starch converts into sugar, which is rapidly absorbed, leading to an increase in sugar content and not conducive to controlling blood sugar levels.
2. Animal liver
Many people believe that eating more animal offal can improve the body and consume it as a “supplement.” However, animal liver contains more cholesterol. Excessive cholesterol intake can cause obesity, increasing the risk of diabetes and its complications.
If these “abnormalities” occur in the body, do not ignore them and get checked promptly
● Skin abnormalities: Persistent itching, dehydration, and dryness
● Oral discomfort: Dry mouth, thirst, gum bleeding
● Leg discomfort: Frequent leg cramps, more noticeable at night
● General discomfort: Fatigue, lack of energy, overall weakness
● Abdominal discomfort: Constipation, diarrhea, frequent urination
● Eye abnormalities: Decreased vision, blurry vision, retinal bleeding
For individuals with high blood sugar, consider doing 2 things regularly to help stabilize and lower blood sugar levels:
1. Timely replenish nutrients
2. Exercise daily
Regular exercise also contributes to stabilizing blood sugar levels. Engaging in 30 minutes of aerobic exercise daily can help expend sugar in the body more effectively and quickly. It also aids in blood circulation, preventing blood sugar from adhering to the blood vessel walls and causing vascular diseases.
Reference:
Mao Li. Research on Chinese Diet Care for Diabetic Patients. “Rehabilitation Medicine,” 2015
