Can people with high blood sugar eat mung beans and kelp?

Jul 10, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I recently found out that my blood sugar levels are high. With the weather getting hotter, I prefer to drink mung bean and kelp soup. May I ask if people with high blood sugar can consume mung beans and kelp?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
People with high blood sugar can consume mung beans and kelp. Mung beans are rich in dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. Their dietary fiber helps slow the rise in blood sugar levels, offering benefits to individuals with elevated blood glucose. Additionally, the polysaccharides in mung beans can promote insulin secretion, aiding in blood sugar regulation. Kelp, on the other hand, contains abundant iodine, dietary fiber, and various trace elements, which are beneficial to overall health. Although kelp contains a certain amount of algin and sodium alginate, these components do not directly cause an increase in blood sugar levels; therefore, people with high blood sugar can consume it in moderation. Whether it is mung beans or kelp, both should be consumed in appropriate amounts to avoid excessive intake that may lead to indigestion or other adverse effects. Furthermore, individuals with high blood sugar should also pay attention to controlling total calorie intake, maintaining a balanced diet, regularly monitoring blood glucose levels, and adjusting dietary habits and treatment plans according to medical advice.