Can people with diabetes drink Pholidota chinensis and lean pork soup?

Jul 10, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

Two days ago, I was diagnosed with diabetes during a hospital checkup. Today, I wanted to drink the medicinal soup made with *Flickingeria nodosa* (Shi Xian Tao) and lean pork. Is it suitable for people with diabetes to consume this soup?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Diabetes patients can consume the Pholidota chinensis and lean pork soup, but should pay attention to moderation and overall dietary control. Pholidota chinensis, the main ingredient in the soup, has a sweet, slightly bitter, and cool property, and possesses functions such as nourishing yin and moistening the lungs, clearing heat and detoxifying, and promoting diuresis. Lean pork is rich in high-quality protein and contains no sugar, making it a suitable food for diabetes patients. Other ingredients in the soup, such as abalone and dried scallops, may contain certain amounts of sugar or fat; therefore, diabetic patients should consume them in moderation to avoid excessive intake that may cause blood sugar fluctuations. In addition, total caloric intake must be controlled in the diet of diabetes patients. The daily caloric and nutrient intake should be appropriately planned according to individual factors such as height, weight, and medical condition, ensuring balanced nutrition without excess.