Patient's question:
My father-in-law is a diabetic who has been diagnosed for a long time. I pay attention to anything related to diabetes that I see. Recently, I came across a home remedy, which is water made from Panax notoginseng and bitter melon. Do you think drinking Panax notoginseng and bitter melon water is beneficial for diabetics?Doctor's answer:
Diabetic patients. Can only use hypoglycemic drugs to control blood sugar. Panax notoginseng and bitter melon water have no particularly effective effect on stabilizing blood sugar. Diet can only play a supporting role in blood sugar control. It is essential to take hypoglycemic drugs on time and in the prescribed dosage. Regularly check blood sugar levels and adjust medication dosage in a timely manner. Maintain a light diet and try to avoid foods with high sugar content. Engage in more physical activity and exercise, as this can help stabilize blood sugar to a certain extent.