In recent years, the fastest-growing disease is undoubtedly diabetes, and even many children are starting to develop diabetes. Diabetes is a lifelong metabolic disorder characterized by chronic high blood sugar levels, caused by various factors. Does obesity make it more likely to develop diabetes?
[Is obesity more likely to cause diabetes?]
80% of type 2 diabetes patients are obese, and 60% of obese individuals have impaired glucose tolerance. Therefore, obesity and diabetes are closely related.
Many scholars believe that the cells of obese individuals, especially fat cells, are insensitive to insulin. In order to meet the metabolic demands, the pancreas must secrete 5-10 times more insulin than normal. In other words, obese individuals require more insulin than normal individuals to ensure normal glucose utilization.
To overcome insulin resistance, the pancreas synthesizes a large amount of insulin, resulting in significantly higher blood insulin levels in obese individuals compared to the general population, known as "hyperinsulinemia".
In the early stages of obesity, hyperinsulinemia can barely maintain blood sugar within the normal range. However, excessive work can lead to gradual dysfunction of insulin synthesis in the pancreas, resulting in insufficient insulin to lower blood sugar to normal levels.
Over time, the pancreas becomes fatigued and eventually cannot produce enough insulin. It is quite common for obesity to cause diabetes to occur after middle age.
[Proper diet for diabetes patients]
The following methods can help deal with hunger:
First of all, dietary control should be gradual and not rushed.
Reduce staple food intake by 100-200 grams per week, and after about one month, it should be limited to around 300 grams per day.
Secondly, adjust the diet structure.
Eat more low-sugar, low-calorie foods, such as cucumbers, Chinese cabbage, bean sprouts, spinach, winter melon, pumpkin, leeks, green peppers, lettuce, eggplant, cauliflower, seaweed, mushrooms, tofu, etc.;
Choose coarse grains instead of refined grains, such as red bean noodles, buckwheat noodles, as well as steamed buns, noodles, etc. made from mixed grain flour and corn flour;
Lastly, eat smaller, more frequent meals. When feeling hungry between meals, have a snack like cucumbers or tomatoes, but the amount should not be excessive.
[Dietary taboos for diabetes patients]
First type: Onions
Eating onions can have a good effect on people who suffer from long-term constipation, as onions can help stimulate the secretion of digestive juices and make our digestive system healthier. Additionally, onions can cleanse cholesterol from the blood, which is beneficial for preventing arteriosclerosis and blood clots.
Second type: Eggplant
Eggplant has a high content of anthocyanins. Similarly, black beans, blueberries, and black sesame, which are dark-colored foods, are also rich in nutrients. Among them, beta-carotene is a good substance that can protect the cardiovascular system. People with diabetes and cardiovascular diseases can eat these foods regularly, but cooking methods should be chosen carefully, preferably steaming.
Third type: Tomatoes
Tomatoes are a vegetable available all year round. They can not only eliminate free radicals in the body but also improve blood circulation. For people with cardiovascular diseases, tomatoes are excellent healthy foods.
