Patient's question:
My husband is working hard in the drying tower, harvesting crops in winter, and also loading the trucks outside, which is extremely cold. He always brings some sugar to eat to avoid getting hungry. He says it makes him feel warmer. I let him bring it, but later I found out that he has to eat a bag of over 100 pieces of fruit candy every day. I want to ask the doctor if eating too much sugar can lead to diabetes?Doctor's answer:
Eating too much sweet food can lead to diabetes. Sweet foods can cause excessively high blood glucose levels, stimulating the pancreas to secrete insulin. This can put excessive pressure on the pancreas, leading to early functional decline and increased insulin secretion, which may result in diabetes. It is recommended to eat less sweet food, engage in sufficient physical activity, eat more vegetables, and have regular health check-ups. Avoid smoking and drinking beer.