Can I eat oysters if I have high blood sugar and high uric acid?
Disease description:
Recently planning to dine out and want to know in advance whether people with high blood sugar and uric acid levels can eat raw oysters?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Yang Tiesheng
Patients with high blood sugar and high uric acid levels should be cautious when consuming oysters. High blood sugar and high uric acid levels usually refer to diabetes and hyperuricemia, respectively.
1. Blood Sugar: Oysters have a low glycemic index, along with relatively low calories and fat content, thus having minimal impact on blood glucose levels. Therefore, diabetic patients with well-controlled blood sugar can consume oysters in moderation. This can help supplement high-quality protein, various amino acids, and trace elements, which are beneficial to the body.
2. Uric Acid: However, for patients with concurrent diabetic nephropathy, oysters—being seafood—contain high levels of purines, and excessive intake may easily lead to elevated blood uric acid levels. For individuals with hyperuricemia or gout, oyster consumption is not recommended, as increased uric acid can burden kidney function and trigger gout attacks.
