Can individuals with mild hyperglycemia eat steamed rice cake?
Disease description:
I crave steamed rice cake, but my blood sugar rises slightly after eating it. Can I eat a bowl of steamed rice cake if I have mild hyperglycemia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Mild hyperglycemia contraindicates consumption of pastries. Pastries are sweet foods containing added sugar and thus have a high sugar content; therefore, individuals with hyperglycemia should avoid them. Pastries, cookies, egg-yolk pies, puff pastries, and cream-filled buns often contain trans fatty acids—ingredients harmful to the cardiovascular system. In daily life, it is advisable to consume more light, low-sugar foods, maintain strict glycemic control, and ensure overall physiological stability.
