Diabetes mellitus is a common chronic disease that is mainly due to a hyperglycemic state caused by inadequate or impaired insulin secretion. It is very important for people with diabetes to control their blood sugar, and diet is one of the important aspects of blood sugar control. There has been controversy about whether eggs are suitable for diabetics. At the same time, some staple foods are not suitable for diabetics. This article will address these issues** and provide some dietary advice for people with diabetes.
First, let's learn about eggs. Eggs are a nutritious food that contains high-quality protein, vitamins and minerals, and more. For diabetics, it is beneficial to consume eggs in moderation. The protein and fat in eggs can provide energy to the body without causing drastic fluctuations in blood sugar. In addition, the nutrients in eggs also help improve cardiovascular health and boost immunity.
However, it is important to note that eggs, although highly nutritious, have a higher cholesterol content in them. It is also very important for diabetics to control their cholesterol intake. Therefore, it is recommended that diabetics consume no more than two eggs a day and choose healthy cooking methods such as boiling, steaming, or frying.
In addition to eggs, there are some staple foods that also require special attention for diabetics. The following four staple foods may adversely affect blood sugar and are recommended for diabetics to eat less or avoid them.
White rice: White rice is a high-sugar, high-starch food that is easily digested and absorbed, which can lead to an increase in blood sugar. Diabetics can consume low-sugar, high-fiber rice substitutes such as brown rice and whole-grain rice in moderation.
White bread: White bread is made from ingredients such as flour, sugar, and butter, which are high in sugar and starch, which can cause a rapid rise in blood sugar. Diabetics can choose low-sugar, high-fiber bread alternatives such as whole-wheat bread and oat bread.
Fried staple foods such as fried dough sticks and oil cakes: These foods are fried at high temperatures, which are not only high in calories and high in fat, but also the starch in them becomes easier to digest and absorb after being processed at high temperatures, resulting in a rapid rise in blood sugar. Diabetics should avoid these foods and choose healthy cooking methods.
Stir-fried staples such as fried rice and fried noodles: These foods add a lot of fat and spices during the cooking process, resulting in higher calorie and sugar content. Diabetics should limit their portion intake or choose a low-oil, low-sugar cooking method.
In addition to the four staple foods mentioned above, there are some other foods that also need to be carefully controlled. For example, desserts such as cakes and candies contain a lot of sugar and fat, which can cause a rapid rise in blood sugar; Fast foods such as potato chips and fried chicken are not only high in calories and fat, but also high in starch and sugar; Sugary beverages such as carbonated drinks and fruit juices contain a lot of sugar and additives, which can lead to problems such as elevated blood sugar and obesity.
In conclusion, it is very important for people with diabetes to control their diet. When choosing staple foods, you should pay attention to controlling your intake and choose low-sugar, high-fiber food alternatives. At the same time, you should also avoid foods that are high in sugar, fat and calories, and maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle. Dietary modifications and medications** with the advice of your doctor are one of the most important measures to control diabetes. Through a reasonable diet and lifestyle changes, diabetic patients can effectively control blood sugar levels and prevent complications.