Can people with diabetes drink dark buckwheat tea?

Jul 09, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I was recently diagnosed with diabetes. I heard that drinking black buckwheat tea can lower blood sugar levels, and I would like to drink it every day. May I ask, is it appropriate for diabetics to drink black buckwheat tea?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Diabetic patients can drink black buckwheat tea. Black buckwheat tea is primarily made from black buckwheat, which has a low sugar content. Drinking it will not cause significant effects on blood glucose levels, making it suitable for diabetic patients. Moreover, black buckwheat tea can help regulate blood glucose levels, promote the recovery of pancreatic β-cells, modulate blood glucose and serum cholesterol levels, counteract the blood glucose-elevating effect of adrenaline, and inhibit aldose reductase, thereby assisting diabetic patients in managing their blood sugar. It should be noted that black buckwheat is relatively cooling in nature, and excessive consumption may cause discomfort such as abdominal pain and diarrhea. Therefore, it is recommended that diabetic patients drink it in moderation and avoid overconsumption. At the same time, diabetic patients should continue to follow the advice of doctors or dietitians and maintain scientifically balanced dietary management while drinking black buckwheat tea.