When does post-meal blood glucose start to be calculated? Does drinking a glass of milk count as a meal?
Key Points: Drinking milk is not considered a standard procedure for measuring post-meal blood glucose. When measuring post-meal blood glucose, it typically refers to measuring blood glucose levels after consuming staple foods. Milk, as a beverage, can provide nutrients, but it does not qualify as a staple food. Therefore, when measuring post-meal blood glucose, we generally do not include milk consumption in the calculation.
Drinking milk is not considered a standard practice for post-meal blood glucose testing.
When measuring post-meal blood glucose, it typically refers to measuring blood glucose levels after consuming staple foods. Milk, while a nutritious beverage, does not qualify as a staple food. Therefore, when measuring post-meal blood glucose, we generally do not include milk consumption in the calculation. Post-meal blood glucose measurement is primarily intended to assess the body's response to carbohydrates, and the carbohydrates in milk differ in structure and digestion and absorption compared to those in staple foods.
When measuring post-meal blood glucose, ensure that the measurement is taken after a certain period following the consumption of staple foods to accurately reflect the body's response to the carbohydrates in the meal. Post-meal blood glucose measurements are typically conducted 1 hour or 2 hours after the meal, depending on the specific requirements of the doctor or the testing guidelines. Before the measurement, avoid consuming any additional sugar or carbohydrates to ensure the accuracy of the results.
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1. When measuring postprandial blood glucose, ensure that only staple foods are consumed, avoiding additional sugar or carbohydrates.
2. Avoid drinking milk or other beverages before measurement to ensure the accuracy of the results.
3. Follow the specific requirements of your doctor or test guidelines to select an appropriate measurement time.