Patient's question:
Children who dislike eating are very thin, and they have diabetes. Can they eat? Eight years oldDoctor's answer:
Type 1 diabetes requires insulin therapy. Early initiation of insulin therapy in diabetic patients can achieve long-term strict control of blood sugar levels, significantly reducing the incidence of chronic diabetic complications (especially microvascular complications). Additionally, appropriate insulin therapy helps maintain normal glucose and lipid metabolism, improves insulin resistance, and provides cardiovascular protection.Consume low-glycemic index foods such as cucumbers, tomatoes, and celery, as well as fruits like grapefruits and kiwis. Protein should be chosen as high-quality options, such as lean meat and fish. Carbohydrate sources are best selected from corn flour, buckwheat flour, or oat flour. Alternatively, consult the hospital's nutrition department to have a nutrition expert help develop a dietary plan.