Can pregnant women with high blood sugar consume black sesame powder?
Disease description:
Before becoming pregnant, I consumed black sesame powder daily. Now, during my pregnancy checkup, I was found to have elevated blood glucose levels. Is it safe to consume black sesame powder during pregnancy if blood sugar is high?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Pregnant women can consume more black sesame powder during pregnancy. Black sesame has a relatively low sugar content and does not cause significant fluctuations in blood glucose levels. It is rich in unsaturated fatty acids and offers benefits such as nourishing the kidneys, calming the mind, lubricating the intestines, and promoting bowel movements. Elevated blood glucose levels during pregnancy may necessitate glucose supplementation; however, this elevation could also stem from increased insulin resistance.
