Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by hyperglycemia. For people with diabetes, diet control is key to stabilizing blood sugar and preventing complications. However, in the daily diet, some foods may seem healthy, but in fact there may be hidden "sugar traps". Doctors remind diabetics to be especially vigilant against garlic and the following four glycemic foods.1. The effect of garlic on diabetics.
As a common condiment, garlic can not only add flavor to dishes, but also have certain medicinal properties. However, garlic is not completely harmless for diabetics.
1) Glycemic effect of garlic: Garlic contains certain carbohydrates, although the content is not high, but long-term large intake may still have an impact on blood sugar. In addition, the spicy components of garlic may also stimulate insulin secretion, causing blood sugar fluctuations.
2) Pharmacological effects of garlic: garlic has the effects of anti-platelet aggregation, lowering blood pressure, regulating blood lipids, etc., which is helpful for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases. However, these pharmacological effects may interact with medications** in people with diabetes, affecting efficacy.
Therefore, diabetic patients should pay attention to the appropriate amount of garlic when consuming garlic and avoid long-term large intake. At the same time, if you are taking medication, you should consult your doctor to avoid adverse reactions.
2. Four kinds of glycemic foods need to be vigilant.
In addition to garlic, the following four foods are also something that diabetics need special attention for:
1. White rice, white bread and other high-starch foods.
These foods are rich in starch, which is quickly converted into glucose after digestion and absorption, resulting in a rapid rise in blood sugar. Diabetic patients should appropriately reduce the intake of such foods and choose low-starch, high-fiber foods as staple foods, such as brown rice, whole wheat bread, etc.
2. Sugary drinks such as sweet drinks and fruit juices.
Sugar-sweetened drinks contain a lot of added or natural sugars, which can cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when ingested. Diabetics should avoid drinking such drinks and drink healthy drinks such as water and sugar-free tea instead.
3. Root foods such as potatoes and taro.
Although these foods are rich in dietary fiber and vitamins, they are also high in starch and sugar. Diabetic patients should pay attention to controlling their intake when consuming it and reduce the intake of staple foods accordingly.
4. Some fruits such as bananas, pineapples, etc.
Fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals and are an important part of a healthy diet. However, some fruits such as bananas and pineapples are high in sugar, and excessive intake may cause blood sugar fluctuations. Diabetic patients should pay attention to the sugar content of fruits when choosing them and eat them in moderation.
3. Dietary recommendations for stabilizing blood sugar.
To stabilize blood sugar and prevent complications, people with diabetes should follow these dietary recommendations:
Control total calorie intake: Keep your weight within the normal range and avoid obesity that worsens insulin resistance.
Choose foods with a low glycemic index: Eat more foods rich in dietary fiber, such as vegetables and whole grains, to slow down the digestion and absorption of food and reduce blood sugar fluctuations.
Eat a balanced diet: Make sure you eat enough protein, fat, and carbohydrates to meet your body's basic needs. At the same time, pay attention to supplementing vitamins and minerals to improve immunity.
Eat regularly and quantitatively: Follow the principle of "eat three meals regularly, and snacks should be controlled" to avoid blood sugar fluctuations caused by prolonged hunger or overeating.
Increase the amount of exercise: Exercising properly can help burn excess calories, improve insulin sensitivity, and help stabilize blood sugar.
In conclusion, diabetic patients should pay special attention to the effects of garlic and the above four glycemic foods in their daily diet. By arranging the diet reasonably and increasing the amount of exercise, keep blood sugar stable and prevent complications. At the same time, it is also very important to monitor your blood sugar regularly and receive guidance from a medical professional.
4. Comprehensive management of diabetic patients.
In addition to dietary control, diabetic patients should also undergo comprehensive management, including medication**, blood glucose monitoring, psychological adjustment, etc.
Drugs**: Choose appropriate hypoglycemic drugs according to the condition, and adjust the ** regimen regularly to ensure that blood sugar is controlled within the target range.
Blood glucose monitoring: Regularly monitor fasting blood glucose, postprandial blood glucose, glycosylated hemoglobin and other indicators to understand blood glucose control, and detect and deal with hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia events in time.
Psychological Adjustment: Maintaining a good state of mind and emotional stability, learning to cope with stress and anxiety, can help improve blood sugar control.
5. Summary and outlook.
Diabetes is a chronic disease that requires long-term management. With proper dietary control, increased physical activity, and comprehensive management measures, patients can maintain blood sugar stability and prevent complications. With the continuous progress of science and technology and the in-depth development of medical research, there may be more effective methods in the future to bring better quality of life and health protection to diabetic patients.
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