Actually, people's physical symptoms often reflect their overall health. When your body shows signs of a problem, it should be taken seriously. Let's take a look at a few symptoms on your feet that may indicate diabetes.
1. Presence of ulcers
If there are ulcers on the soles of your feet, and it is not due to injury, it may be a sign of diabetes. If the ulcers on the soles of your feet do not heal even after a long time, it is recommended to go to the hospital for examination.
2. Development of clubbing of the toes
This symptom usually occurs in the early stages of diabetes or when there is a neurological disorder. Although it does not have a significant impact on daily life, it is still a precursor to diabetes. Once discovered, it is important to monitor blood sugar levels in a timely manner.
3. Whitening of the toes
Whitening of the toes may be caused by two main conditions: liver disease or diabetes. Other physical symptoms should be taken into consideration for a comprehensive judgment, but the most direct way to confirm is to visit a hospital, as both conditions are not minor issues.
4. Intermittent claudication
Diabetic patients may experience pain while walking due to poor blood supply to the blood vessels. Resting can help relieve the pain. This condition is clinically referred to as intermittent claudication. If the blood vessels become further blocked, the condition can worsen and even cause pain in the feet even without walking, leading to sleepless nights.
Foods that diabetics should avoid
1. Chili peppers
Experts recommend: Try to consume less.
Reason: Chili peppers contain capsaicin which can stimulate insulin secretion. However, they are spicy and can generate heat, which is not suitable for individuals with diabetes, as they often have yin deficiency and excessive internal heat. It is best to consume them in moderation.
2. Lily bulbs
Experts recommend: Try to avoid.
Reason: Lily bulbs contain a large amount of starch, which can be converted into glucose in the body.
3. Apricots
Experts recommend: Try to avoid.
4. Persimmons
Experts recommend: Try to avoid.
Reason: Apart from water content, both fruits mainly consist of sugars (including sucrose, glucose, fructose, etc.), which should be avoided by individuals with diabetes.
5. Peaches
Reason: Peaches have a warm nature and can easily cause internal heat when consumed excessively. Individuals with diabetes often have yin deficiency and internal heat, as well as weak immune systems, so it is best to avoid them.
