Patient's question:
It is said that pumpkins contain a high sugar content. I would like to ask the doctor if people with diabetes can eat winter squash. Will eating it help alleviate the condition?Doctor's answer:
Hello, pumpkin has a high sugar content. Diabetic patients should not eat too much pumpkin. It's okay to eat a little bit occasionally, but don't keep eating it. If you eat too much, it can cause blood sugar levels to rise, which can be difficult to control and lead to many complications, such as diabetic peripheral neuropathy, retinopathy, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, and so on. It is recommended to adjust your diet structure and follow a low-sugar, high-protein diet.