Patient's question:
My grandmother has diabetes, so she's very careful about what she eats. She mostly consumes whole grains. She used to have a big appetite, but ever since she got this disease, she's been afraid to eat many things, and her complexion isn't as good as it used to be. I bought some honey from the countryside to give her, but she said that honey is sweet and she can't eat it. How can diabetics consume honey?Doctor's answer:
Diabetic patients cannot consume honey because the main component of honey is sugar. Sugar is not suitable for diabetic patients to eat, as it would otherwise alleviate their condition. In addition to honey, patients should avoid all foods that contain a high amount of sugar. Especially, many high-sugar foods require close attention to blood sugar levels to ensure good health.