Can pregnant women with high blood sugar eat plums?
Disease description:
It is now the season for eating plums, and my family bought a lot of plums. I really want to eat them, but during a prenatal checkup, I was diagnosed with high blood sugar. I would like to ask if pregnant women with high blood sugar can eat plums.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
For pregnant women with high blood sugar levels, moderate consumption of plums can be considered. Plums are a low glycemic index fruit, with a sugar content of approximately 7%-8%, and therefore have a relatively small impact on blood glucose levels. Plums are rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, dietary fiber, and antioxidants, which can help enhance immunity, promote digestion, and benefit the health of both the pregnant woman and the fetus. However, since plums also contain a certain amount of sugar, pregnant women should still pay attention to controlling their intake. It is recommended that pregnant women limit their daily consumption of plums to around 40 grams, which is approximately two plums, to avoid excessive sugar intake. Pregnant women with high blood sugar can consume plums in moderation, but should control the amount to maintain stable blood glucose levels.
