The incidence of diabetes is becoming increasingly younger. What went wrong? What methods can be used to control blood sugar? Here is a diet plan recommended by professional doctors for diabetes, as compiled by the editor.
【Diabetes Diet Plan: Nutrient Supplementation】
1. Diabetes Diet Plan - Vitamin A.
There is evidence to suggest that diabetics who undergo dietary control generally have a deficiency of vitamin A, particularly in more than 60% of patients with diabetic complications. Researchers abroad have proposed that the reason for the destruction of pancreatic cells in insulin-dependent patients is the damage caused by toxic oxygen free radicals, and vitamin A can protect cell membrane lipid peroxidation, thus having a certain impact on the occurrence and development of diabetic complications.
2. Diabetes Diet Plan - Vitamin C.
As early as 1935, scientists have proven that diabetics can lower blood sugar and prevent various complications by supplementing with vitamin C. Further scientific research has shown that vitamin C can promote insulin secretion, improve tissue sensitivity to insulin, and enhance drug efficacy. At the same time, the significant antioxidant effect of vitamin C can effectively eliminate free radicals, protect microvessels and nerve cells, and play an irreplaceable role in preventing and improving complications such as diabetic foot, kidney disease, and eye disease. The use of vitamin C in the prevention and treatment of diabetes has received consensus from medical experts worldwide.
3. Diabetes Diet Plan - Folic Acid, Vitamin B6, and Vitamin B12.
Numerous clinical studies have shown that supplementing with folic acid, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 can significantly reduce the level of homocysteine in the human body, which is beneficial for preventing and improving various complications in diabetic patients. Homocysteine, also known as high homocysteine, is usually used clinically to indicate the risk of heart disease and stroke, and is closely related to multiple complications in diabetic patients, such as kidney disease, eye disease, and foot disease.
4. Diabetes Diet Plan - Lutein.
Lutein is extracted from marigold and is the main pigment in the macular region of the retina. A large number of studies have shown that lutein can protect the eyes from light damage. Therefore, lutein is widely used clinically to treat and improve macular lesions. Furthermore, clinical trials abroad have shown that lutein can not only help the retina but also enhance the activity of insulin, thus having a certain intervention effect on diabetes.
5. Diabetes Diet Plan - Selenium.
The majority of provinces and cities in China belong to "selenium-deficient" areas. A large number of research reports have pointed out that selenium deficiency may be an important factor leading to diabetes, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, cancer, and liver diseases. Selenium not only effectively protects and repairs pancreatic β cells (the production base of insulin, maintaining its normal secretion function), but also has "insulin-like" effects, helping to balance blood sugar. At the same time, selenium is widely used clinically to prevent and improve various complications such as coronary artery atherosclerosis, cataracts, hypertension, myocardial infarction, and angina pectoris.
【What's Wrong with Diabetes?】
Diabetes is a syndrome of metabolic disorders involving sugar, protein, fat, water, and electrolyte imbalances caused by various pathogenic factors such as genetic factors, immune dysfunction, microbial infections and toxins, free radical toxins, and psychological factors, leading to pancreatic dysfunction and insulin resistance. In clinical practice, diabetes patients are mainly characterized by high blood sugar levels, and typical cases may present symptoms of polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, and emaciation, also known as the "three poly and one low" symptoms. Poor control of diabetes can lead to complications and irreversible damage to the kidneys, eyes, feet, and other parts of the body.
【Diabetes Diet Plan: Blood Sugar Lowering Diet Therapy】
1. Diet Therapy One: Longevity Vegetable
Composition: 500g of fresh purslane.
Function: Clearing heat, eliminating dampness, cooling the blood, and detoxifying.
Usage: Wash and cut, blanch in boiling water, then stir-fry and eat.
Efficacy: It is effective for patients with mild diabetes.
Explanation: Purslane clears heat, eliminates dampness, and cools blood to treat thirst.
2. Diet Therapy Two: Astragalus membranaceus and Dioscorea opposita Decoction
Composition: 30g of Astragalus membranaceus, 30g of Dioscorea opposita.
Function: Tonifying qi and nourishing yin, invigorating the spleen, and supplementing the kidneys.
Usage: One dose per day, decocted and consumed as tea.
