Can people with high blood sugar eat apples?
Disease description:
I really want to eat an apple today, but my blood sugar was a bit high when I checked it earlier. I would like to know whether people with high blood sugar can eat apples.
People with high blood sugar can moderately consume apples when their blood glucose levels are stably controlled. Apples have a relatively low sugar content and are rich in nutrients such as dietary fiber, pectin, and vitamin C, offering multiple health benefits including promoting gastrointestinal motility, regulating gastrointestinal function, protecting the skin, and providing antioxidant effects. However, since apples also contain a certain amount of sugar, individuals with high blood sugar should pay attention to the following points when consuming them:
1. Control portion size: It is recommended to consume half an apple or one medium-sized apple per serving, avoiding excessive sugar intake that may cause fluctuations in blood glucose levels.
2. Choose appropriate timing: It is best to eat apples between meals or one hour before a meal, to avoid excessive calorie intake when consumed together with main meals.
3. Monitor blood glucose: After eating apples, one should pay attention to monitoring changes in blood sugar levels in order to understand individual responses to food and adjust dietary plans accordingly.