Can people with low blood pressure and high blood sugar eat pig's blood?

Jul 10, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have low blood pressure and high blood sugar. I would like to buy some pig's blood to replenish my energy and blood. May I ask if it's suitable for someone with low blood pressure and high blood sugar to consume pig's blood?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Patients with low blood pressure and high blood sugar can consume pork blood, but should pay attention to moderation and cooking methods. Pork blood is rich in iron, protein, vitamins, and various trace elements; the iron is primarily heme iron, which is easily absorbed by the human body and helps improve anemia. Meanwhile, pork blood contains low amounts of sugar and fat, thus having minimal impact on blood glucose levels, making it suitable for consumption by diabetic patients. Excessive consumption of pork blood may lead to iron overload, increasing oxidative stress and insulin resistance, so intake should be moderate. When preparing pork blood, one should use less oil and salt to avoid high-salt and high-fat diets, which may exacerbate atherosclerosis. In addition, patients with low blood pressure and high blood sugar should also maintain balanced diets and comprehensive nutrition, appropriately consuming foods rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals such as lean meats, fish, legumes, and fresh vegetables and fruits, and follow dietary management and treatment under a doctor's guidance.