Can people with the "three highs" drink mung bean soup?
Disease description:
Today, my family made mung bean soup at home, but my grandfather has "three highs." May I ask if people with the "three highs" can drink mung bean soup?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Tian Hongbo
People with "San Gao" can drink mung bean soup.
"San Gao" refers to individuals with high blood lipid levels, high blood glucose levels, and high blood pressure, who can consume mung bean soup in moderation. Mung beans are rich in protein, fat, dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and have effects such as clearing heat and detoxifying the body, stimulating appetite, lowering lipids and blood pressure, reducing swelling, and promoting urination. Drinking mung bean soup in appropriate amounts will neither worsen "San Gao" symptoms nor interfere with the absorption or effectiveness of medications used to treat these conditions. However, mung bean soup should not be overly sweet; sugar should be minimized or avoided to prevent additional strain on blood glucose levels. Additionally, mung beans are cold in nature and therefore not suitable for individuals with cold deficiency of the spleen and stomach, as excessive consumption may cause discomfort such as diarrhea.
People with "San Gao" should control the quantity of mung bean soup they consume to avoid placing excessive burden on the gastrointestinal system. Consumption should be based on individual physical condition and health status, and properly managed. At the same time, maintaining healthy lifestyle habits, such as getting sufficient sleep, eating a balanced diet, and avoiding overeating, is also important for maintaining stable blood pressure, lipid levels, and blood glucose levels.
