Can Cistanche tubulosa be used to prepare a meat soup for individuals with high blood sugar?
Disease description:
My blood sugar is slightly elevated. Over the past two days, my family has been preparing a meat soup stewed with Cistanche (Rou Cong Rong), and I’d like to try it too. I’m wondering whether it’s safe for someone with high blood sugar to consume this Cistanche-stewed meat soup.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
In general, patients with high blood sugar may consume meat soup stewed with Cistanche deserticola in moderation. Cistanche deserticola effectively tonifies kidney yang with its warming and nourishing properties. However, when preparing such soup, patients with hyperglycemia should remove visible fat from the meat, as dietary fat is high in calories; removing it helps better control blood glucose levels. Patients are advised to maintain a balanced diet, engage in appropriate physical activity, regularly monitor their blood glucose, and seek medical attention promptly if any discomfort arises.
