Is it advisable for people with high blood sugar to consume black beans soaked in vinegar?

Jul 04, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My husband has high blood sugar. I heard from others that soaking black beans in vinegar can lower blood pressure. Can people with high blood sugar consume black beans soaked in vinegar?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
People with high blood sugar can consume black beans soaked in vinegar, but they should do so in moderation and understand that this practice does not have a direct effect on lowering blood glucose levels. Black beans soaked in vinegar are a nutrient-rich food, containing abundant protein, fat, vitamins, and trace elements such as zinc, copper, magnesium, and selenium. Additionally, the soluble fiber in black beans can slowly release sugar into the bloodstream, helping to slow the rise in blood glucose levels. Vinegar can increase the body's sensitivity to sugar and slow down the digestion of food in the stomach, causing sugar from food to be released into the bloodstream more gradually, thus helping to stabilize blood sugar levels. Therefore, black beans soaked in vinegar can be considered a food beneficial for blood sugar control. It is important to note that black beans soaked in vinegar cannot replace diabetes medications. Individuals with high blood sugar still need to undergo standardized treatment under a doctor's guidance and manage their blood sugar comprehensively through dietary control and physical exercise.