Question

A patient’s grandmother recently experienced symptoms such as foot swelling, nausea, decreased appetite, and neck discomfort, with a significant weight loss. After examination, it was found that the blood sugar level was 7.96 mmol/L, urine protein was 44.2, and the white blood cell count was 2.96, which was low. The doctor diagnosed it as diabetes, but the family was surprised because the patient had no obvious symptoms before.

Answer

According to the standard of blood sugar test, the normal range is 3.9-6.0 mmol/L. The patient’s blood sugar level of 7.96 mmol/L has exceeded the normal range and has been diagnosed with diabetes. Although the blood sugar index is not very high, strict control is still required. Dietary control is an important part of diabetes management. Here are some dietary precautions for diabetes patients:

  1. The initial stage of dietary treatment may be difficult, but it is necessary to firmly believe that the prevention and control of diabetes are closely related to dietary treatment.
  2. The intake of staple foods should be appropriately controlled, adjusted according to the amount of physical activity, and different staple foods can be alternated or mixed to enhance nutritional value.
  3. Controlling diet does not mean eating less; long-term restriction of calories may lead to the consumption of the body’s own tissues, which is not conducive to disease control. Patients should arrange their dietary calories and nutritional ratios according to medical instructions.
  4. Maintain a stable meal time and intake, avoid snacks, quit smoking and drinking.
  5. For middle-aged and elderly patients with coronary heart disease and hyperlipidemia, strict restriction of cholesterol intake in food is required.
  6. Diet should be chosen for its richness in vitamins and minerals