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In recent years, diabetes has become one of the fastest growing chronic diseases in the world in terms of mortality and disability, bringing a huge physical and psychological burden to patients. Diet is one of the key factors in controlling diabetes, so many diabetics have an important question: can diabetics eat staple foods?
First of all, we need to be clear that diabetes does not mean a complete ban on staple foods. Staple foods are necessary for the body to provide nutrients such as energy and carbohydrates and are essential for maintaining the normal function and balance of the body. However, excessive intake of staple foods in the diet can raise blood sugar, which is not conducive to diabetes control. Therefore, diabetic patients need to reasonably control the amount of staple foods in their diet and choose the appropriate type of staple food.
So, which staple foods are suitable for diabetics?Below, we will introduce you to 5 staple foods that can be eaten in moderation.
The first is a whole grain staple. Whole grains have a lower glycemic index and a higher dietary fiber content, which can help stabilize blood sugar levels. For example, brown rice and whole wheat flour have a good blood sugar control effect, which can slow down the rise of blood sugar and reduce the peak blood sugar after meals.
The second is a staple food of vegetables. Vegetables are rich in fiber and vitamins, and they are low in calories, which can help control blood sugar and **. For example, plant staples such as potatoes and sweet potatoes are rich in dietary fiber, which can improve gastrointestinal motility and promote digestion and absorption in diabetics.
The third is a legume staple. Legumes are rich in high-quality protein, low in fat and rich in dietary fiber, which can provide balanced nutrition and help control blood sugar. For example, legumes rich in dietary fiber, such as soybeans and black beans, can lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels and improve islet function.
The fourth is the staple food of multigrains. Multigrain foods are rich in a variety of nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber, which have the effect of regulating blood sugar and blood lipids. For example, grains such as corn and millet can provide rich dietary fiber, delay the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates, and slow down the rise of blood sugar.
The fifth is buckwheat staple food. Buckwheat is a multigrain food, rich in high-quality protein, vitamins, minerals and dietary fiber and other nutrients, which have certain benefits for diabetes control. At the same time, buckwheat also contains a special ingredient - soy isoflavones, which have the effect of lowering blood sugar and blood lipids.
In addition to choosing the right type of staple food, diabetics should also pay attention to the following:
First of all, the staple food is reasonably matched. Diabetic patients should follow the principles of moderation, balance and variety in their daily diet, and reasonably mix staple foods and other foods to ensure comprehensive nutrition in the diet.
Second, control the intake of staple foods. Diabetic patients should reasonably control the intake of staple foods according to their own conditions and doctors' advice to avoid excessive intake leading to blood sugar rises.
In addition, arrange the meal time reasonably in your diet and pay attention to follow the rules of three meals to avoid excessive hunger or fullness.
Finally, diabetic patients can choose some staple foods with low glycemic index when eating staple foods, and pay attention to other foods rich in dietary fiber, such as vegetables and fruits, which can help better control blood sugar.
In conclusion, diabetics are not completely forbidden from eating staple foods, and it is very important to choose the appropriate amount and type of staple foods to control blood sugar levels. Through a scientific combination of whole grains, vegetables, legumes, whole grains and buckwheat staples, diabetics can be provided with comprehensive nutrition and help them better manage their disease.
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References: 1Ye Qingzhou. A review of research on the prevention and treatment of diabetes mellitus with traditional Chinese medicine[J].China Pharmacy,2016(01):51-52