Can people with high blood sugar eat fried dough sticks (youtiao)?
Disease description:
A family member has recently had elevated blood sugar levels but really wants to eat fried dough sticks (youtiao). Is it advisable for someone with high blood sugar to consume fried dough sticks?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Ziqi
People with high blood sugar should avoid eating fried dough sticks (youtiao) as much as possible. Fried dough sticks are a type of fried food that absorbs a large amount of oil during the frying process. Additionally, the repeated use of cooking oil at high temperatures may produce harmful substances, which are detrimental to health.
Fried dough sticks are mainly made from flour and oil. They are characterized by high calories, high fat, high carbohydrates, and low fiber content. Moreover, they may contain considerable amounts of oil from the preparation process. Excessive consumption of such foods by individuals with high blood sugar can easily lead to blood sugar fluctuations, which are not conducive to stable blood glucose control.
People with elevated blood sugar levels should follow a light diet, and consume more low-sugar and low-starch foods such as vegetables, fruits (especially low-sugar fruits), and whole wheat bread, while limiting intake of high-sugar and high-fat foods.
If someone particularly desires fried dough sticks, they may be consumed occasionally as a minor indulgence. However, one should appropriately reduce carbohydrate intake in other meals and increase physical activity to maintain overall energy balance and stable blood sugar levels.
