Can patients with high blood sugar eat loach?

Jul 03, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My husband was recently diagnosed with diabetes, and his fasting blood glucose level is 9. He wants to buy some loach to eat. Can people with high blood sugar eat loach?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Patients with high blood sugar can eat loach, but should consume it in moderation. Loach, a high-protein, low-fat food, is rich in high-quality protein, vitamin A, B-complex vitamins, calcium, and unsaturated fatty acids. It contains low levels of fat and cholesterol, helping to enhance immune function with minimal impact on blood glucose levels. Moderate consumption of loach may aid in nourishing the body, promoting blood circulation, resolving blood stasis, strengthening the spleen, supporting kidney function, promoting diuresis, and reducing edema. However, patients with high blood sugar should still control their intake to avoid excessive consumption that may cause blood sugar fluctuations or increase the burden on the kidneys. Additionally, little cooking oil should be used to ensure a healthier preparation method. Therefore, loach can be a beneficial dietary choice for patients with high blood sugar, provided it is consumed in moderation and prepared healthily.