Can people with high blood sugar eat pigskin jelly?

Jul 13, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

My blood sugar is a bit high. Today my husband made some pork rind jelly, which I really want to eat, but I'm worried it might affect my blood sugar levels. I would like to know if it's okay to eat pork rind jelly when blood sugar is high.

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Patients with high blood sugar can consume pork skin jelly, but they should pay attention to moderation and control the cooking method. Pork skin jelly is primarily made from pork skin, which has high nutritional value and contains abundant proteins, fats, fiber, and minerals. The protein content in pork skin is relatively high, and it also contains a certain amount of fat; excessive consumption may lead to elevated blood sugar levels. Therefore, patients with high blood sugar should control their intake and avoid consuming large quantities at once. Additionally, attention should be paid to the cooking method of pork skin jelly, avoiding the addition of excessive sugar and oil to prevent adverse effects on blood glucose levels. When choosing to consume pork skin jelly, patients with high blood sugar should consider their individual blood sugar control status, consume it in moderation, and follow the advice of a doctor or nutritionist to appropriately plan their diet.