What should sugar friends pay attention to when eating chocolate, especially dark chocolate
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What's the best gift for people with diabetes on Valentine's day? In fact, the common choice of chocolate is the best choice, especially dark chocolate. So, what do sugar friends pay attention to when they eat chocolate? Now let's have a look.
What should sugar friends pay attention to when eating chocolate, especially dark chocolate
First: chocolate is a transliteration, and the main component of chocolate is theobromine, which is toxic to many animals. However, for human beings, theobromine is a healthy anti sedative ingredient, so eating chocolate can enhance the spirit, enhance the excitement and other effects. And cocoa contains phenylethylamine, so there are rumors that people can feel in love. So chocolate becomes a symbol of love.
Second: the chocolate we often eat is a kind of sweet food made of cocoa pulp and cocoa butter. It not only tastes delicate and sweet, but also has a strong aroma. Chocolate can be eaten directly, can also be used to make cakes, ice cream and so on. It is precisely because it represents sweetness and romance, so in the romantic Valentine's day, it is bound to become the protagonist to express love. But chocolate contains sugar, so people with diabetes need to control their blood sugar well before they can eat it.
Third: of course, there are several kinds of chocolate, among which dark chocolate is the most effective for health. Dark chocolate can not only protect cardiovascular health, but also help to prevent diabetes because of two special ingredients. Therefore, when diabetics eat chocolate, try to eat dark chocolate.
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When traveling with diabetes, it's best to bring some candy or chocolate. " Due to the large amount of activity, diabetic patients are prone to hypoglycemia. In case of panic, sweating and hunger, you can eat candy or chocolate to relieve the symptoms of hypoglycemia. At the same time, you must take chocolate with you when you take hypoglycemic drugs and insulin.