Dubai, United Arab Emirates (CNN)– If you are skeptical about the validity of what you hear about carbohydrates, and the need to prevent diabetics from eating them, you are right .. This information is just a myth.
The UAE Ministry of Health and Community Protection explained, through its official account on the “Instagram” website, that complex carbohydrates, that is, starches, are the most important source of energy needed for the body’s organs to carry out various vital activities.
Therefore, diabetics are advised to eat carbohydrates, but in moderation.
And the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population, through its official account on the “Twitter” website, published a set of nutritional advice for diabetics.
She revealed that the components of the ideal meal for a diabetic patient are half a plate of fresh or cooked vegetables, while the other half consists of a quarter of protein and a quarter of carbohydrates, with a glass of water.
The Egyptian Ministry of Health indicated that white flour and sugar of all kinds are among the causes of the sudden sharp rise in blood sugar. Therefore, it is best to avoid the following products:
- white bread
- baked goods
- sweets
- Soda
- juices
It is important to adhere to eating specific amounts of starches and sugars daily, which helps control sugar and prevent complications, such as diabetic foot, retinal detachment, and weakness or loss of vision.