Introduction
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Diabetes, a global chronic disease, severely impacts human health and quality of life. Although its exact causes have not been fully revealed, many studies indicate that diet is one of the key factors in the occurrence and development of diabetes.
This article will explore the “sources” of diabetes, analyze which foods are the “main culprits” of diabetes, and discuss how to prevent diabetes through diet.
What counts as high blood sugar in diabetes?
A diabetic patient’s blood sugar exceeding normal levels can be diagnosed as hyperglycemia, such as fasting blood sugar greater than 7.0 mol/L or blood sugar over 11.1 mol/L two hours after a meal. High blood sugar can damage blood vessels, nerves, and other organs in the body.
For diabetic patients, not only does blood sugar rise, but blood lipids will also increase, including cholesterol and triglycerides. Blood pressure can also rise, with systolic pressure possibly exceeding 140 mmHg and diastolic pressure exceeding 90 mmHg; these should all be taken seriously.
The “sources” of diabetes may have been revealed: sweets rank last, while many people eat the top offenders daily.
1. Fried foods
Many fried foods contain excessive fats, and diabetes is a chronic metabolic disease, with many diabetics exhibiting abnormal fat metabolism.
Consuming too many fried foods can lead to elevated blood lipid levels in diabetic patients, making it difficult to control, which in severe cases can cause triglyceride levels to rise rapidly and even trigger the onset of pancreatitis.
Repetitively frying food produces a large number of carcinogens; this is detrimental to health even for healthy individuals if consumed in large amounts over time.
2. Refined grains
Modern life has become increasingly refined, including our diets. Coarse grains such as steamed buns and millet cakes are becoming less common at the dining table, replaced by smooth, soft refined staples. However, a long-term diet of overly refined and greasy foods can also lead to diabetes.
The husk of coarse grains contains various nutrients, particularly proteins and B vitamins. As grains are processed more finely, a greater number of nutrients are lost.
Most grains that undergo refinement are left with large amounts of starch. Regularly consuming “three white” grains can cause a sharp rise in blood sugar, and repeated instances can damage the body, lead to impaired glucose tolerance, and ultimately increase the risk of developing diabetes over time.
