Can pregnant women with high blood sugar eat boiled peanuts?

Oct 08, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Lu
Introduction
If a pregnant woman has high blood sugar but it is well-controlled without persistent elevation, consuming boiled peanuts in moderation is generally acceptable. However, if her blood sugar is poorly controlled and shows persistent increases, eating boiled peanuts—which are high in carbohydrates—may cause further elevation of blood glucose levels. In this case, she should avoid eating them.

In general, whether a pregnant woman with high blood sugar can eat boiled peanuts depends on her blood glucose control. If blood sugar is well controlled, she may generally consume them; if blood sugar is poorly controlled, she should generally avoid them. If any discomfort occurs, prompt medical consultation is recommended. The specific analysis is as follows:

If a pregnant woman has elevated blood sugar but it is well managed, without persistent increases, moderate consumption of boiled peanuts is usually acceptable. It typically does not cause a sharp rise in blood glucose and may help provide nutritional support. Therefore, in such cases, moderate intake is permissible.

However, if a pregnant woman's blood sugar is both high and poorly controlled, with persistent elevation, consuming boiled peanuts—which are relatively high in carbohydrates—may further increase blood glucose levels. This could hinder disease management and recovery, and may even negatively affect fetal growth and development. Therefore, in such cases, boiled peanuts should be avoided.

During pregnancy, women should avoid high-sugar and high-fat foods and maintain moderate physical activity to help stabilize blood glucose levels.