Can people with high blood sugar consume peach gum?

Jul 07, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My friend gave me a lot of peach gum today, but my blood sugar has been a bit high lately. I'm worried that I might not be able to eat it, so I'd like to ask: can people with high blood sugar consume peach gum?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
People with high blood sugar can consume peach gum, but should pay attention to moderation and individual conditions. Peach gum is a resin secreted by plants such as peach trees, and its components include galactose, alpha-glucuronic acid, fats, proteins, carbohydrates, and others. Moderate consumption of peach gum can provide essential nutrients such as proteins, vitamins, and minerals for individuals with high blood sugar. Additionally, the polysaccharide components in peach gum may help improve insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance, thus exerting a certain auxiliary regulatory effect on blood glucose levels, based on reasonable control of total caloric intake. However, peach gum cannot be used alone as a hypoglycemic agent. Although its sugar content is relatively low, excessive consumption may still negatively affect blood glucose levels. Therefore, individuals with high blood sugar should control their intake of peach gum and monitor changes in their blood glucose levels. Moreover, because peach gum is difficult to digest, excessive consumption may increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract and cause discomforts such as bloating and abdominal pain.