Patient's question:
I am 68 years old and have had diabetes for 10 years (early detection). I have been taking Xiao Ke Wan (3 times a day, 5 pills each time), combined with dietary control (300 grams of refined grains and 100 grams of coarse grains per day) and moderate exercise (1 hour of brisk walking or badminton per day). My fasting blood sugar has always been kept below 6.1, post-meal blood sugar after two hours is around 8, and my HbA1c is between 5.6-5.9.Doctor's answer:
Hello, in this case, it is recommended to take Metformin and Glyburide orally for treatment. It is essential to control your diet. Suggestions for diet: Avoid high-glycemic index foods. There is no need to avoid other foods, but it is important to eat small meals frequently, at regular times, and to choose coarse processed foods. Consuming whole grains is beneficial. Providing high protein is very important. In this situation, do not worry too much. Currently, you can eat more celery, as it has the effect of lowering platelets. Suggestions for diet: Avoid spicy foods in your daily diet and eat more green vegetables, such as carrots and green leafy vegetables.