
Can diabetic patients drink snow lotus fruit juice?
Disease description:
My younger brother has diabetes. These two days, I have especially wanted to drink yacon juice. Is it okay for someone with diabetes to drink yacon juice?

Diabetic patients can drink juice made from yacon (smaller sunflower root), but should pay attention to the following points:
1. Characteristics of fructooligosaccharides: Yacon contains large amounts of fructooligosaccharides. These sugars are not easily digested and absorbed in the human body and will not cause a sharp increase in blood glucose levels; therefore, diabetic patients can consume them in moderation.
2. Nutritional balance: Drinking yacon juice not only provides fructooligosaccharides but is also rich in dietary fiber, various amino acids, vitamins, and minerals, which help maintain nutritional balance and promote health.
3. Moderate consumption: Although yacon juice is beneficial for diabetic patients, its consumption should still be controlled. Excessive intake of any food may burden the body; therefore, diabetic patients are advised to consume yacon juice in moderation.
4. Monitor blood sugar: After drinking yacon juice, diabetic patients should closely monitor changes in blood sugar levels to ensure stable blood glucose. If abnormal elevation in blood sugar or other adverse symptoms occur, prompt medical attention is advised.