Can people with high blood sugar eat red sugar tangyuan (sweet glutinous rice balls)?
Disease description:
It's the 15th day of the first lunar month, and every family is eating tangyuan (glutinous rice balls). My daughter also bought some tangyuan, but my husband has diabetes and his blood sugar is high. I would like to know if someone with high blood sugar can eat tangyuan with brown sugar.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
People with high blood sugar are not advised to consume red sugar tangyuan (glutinous rice balls), as red sugar tangyuan contains relatively high levels of both sugar and starch, both of which directly affect blood glucose levels. Red sugar itself is a high-sugar ingredient, and the outer layer of tangyuan is typically made from glutinous rice, which is high in starch and easily digested and absorbed by the body, leading to a rapid increase in blood sugar levels. Therefore, for individuals needing to control their blood sugar, consuming red sugar tangyuan may make blood glucose management more difficult and could even increase the risk of hyperglycemia. It is recommended that individuals with high blood sugar choose foods that are low in sugar, low in fat, and high in fiber, and follow the advice of a doctor or nutritionist to develop a proper dietary plan that helps maintain stable blood glucose levels.
