In modern society, the number of diabetic patients is increasing day by day. For them, the importance of a sensible diet cannot be overstated. However, many diabetic patients are often troubled by diet, especially whether they can eat steamed buns. In fact, steamed buns are not contraindicated for diabetics, however, there are some foods that need special attention, especially the following 4 categories.
1.High-sugar foods: Sugar is the biggest enemy of diabetics and should be avoided with any high-sugar foods. These foods include desserts, drinks, sweets, honey, etc., which are high in sugar, which will not only cause the patient's blood sugar level to rise rapidly, but also increase the burden on the pancreas, resulting in insufficient insulin secretion and adverse health effects.
2.High-fat foods: High-fat foods, such as fried foods, fatty meats, etc., although they will not directly cause blood sugar levels to rise, will increase the risk of obesity, and obesity will further increase insulin resistance, which is not conducive to diabetes.
3.High-salt foods: High-salt foods can cause water and sodium retention in the body, increase blood volume, and then increase blood pressure, which will have adverse effects on the cardiovascular system of diabetic patients. Therefore, diabetics should try to avoid consuming too much salt, including high-salt foods such as soy sauce, pickles, and bacon meat.
4.High-starch foods: High-starch foods, such as rice, steamed buns, potatoes, sweet potatoes, etc., can cause blood sugar levels to rise rapidly, so diabetics should eat them in moderation and control their intake.
So, how should diabetics organize their diet? First, total calorie intake should be controlled, which means reducing the intake of foods high in sugar, fat, salt, and starch. Second, make sure you get enough protein, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water.
In general, a diabetic person's daily diet should include five types of foods: cereals and potatoes, fruits and vegetables, animal foods, legumes and nuts, and oil and salt. Specifically, diabetics should consume a certain amount of cereals and potatoes every day, such as steamed buns, rice, bread, corn, etc., to ensure energy**.
At the same time, eat fresh vegetables and fruits in moderation to provide vitamins and minerals. In addition, you should also ensure that you consume enough protein, such as lean meat, fish, eggs, legumes, etc. In addition, patients can also consult their doctor to develop a personalized diet plan if they need to control their blood sugar levels.